The Fairburn Agate of the Black Hills

A Fresh Perspective on Agates!

Fairburn Agates are beautiful, banded gemstones found primarily in South Dakota's Black Hills and also in parts of Nebraska and Wyoming. They are world renowned for their unique, translucent beauty, but no one's ever seen them quite like Jim Magnuson and Carol Wood. The authors highlight the South Dakota State Gem with lighthearted stories and an amazing collection of natural, artistic photographs. Whether you've never seen an agate or are an avid agate hunter, this new look at Fairburn Agates is bound to stir your interest.