GEODE | Las Choyas (Coconut) | Chihuahua, Mexico | Breakable
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description: Trancas Geodes — The Stone of Hidden Wonder Trancas Geodes are one of Mexico’s most fascinating little geological surprise boxes. Found in Chihuahua, Mexico, these volcanic geodes are known for relatively understated exteriors that can hide sparkling druzy quartz, pale blue or translucent chalcedony, calcite, aragonite, unusual crystal formations, and occasionally fluorescent minerals. Unlike the heavily banded Las Choyas “coconut geodes” that Chihuahua is also famous for, Trancas Geodes often have thinner shells and more delicate, cave-like interiors. Classic examples tend to be relatively small, but their internal variety makes them exceptionally fun to collect and crack. Some are nearly hollow and covered with glittering crystals; others are almost completely filled with chalcedony or agate. Their greatest appeal may be their unpredictability. The outside gives very few clues about the miniature mineral world waiting inside. AKA Trancas Geodes may also be called: • Chihuahua Geodes • Tranca Geodes • Estación Trancas Geodes • Trancas Station Geodes The term specifically refers to geodes associated with the Estación Trancas locality in Aldama Municipality, Chihuahua, Mexico. They should not automatically be confused with Las Choyas or “Mexican Coconut Geodes,” which come from a different deposit and have their own characteristic geology and appearance. (Mindat) Why Collectors Love It Trancas Geodes are the definition of “don’t judge a rock by its cover.” Most unopened specimens look fairly humble. Their outer shells are commonly shades of gray, tan, brown, cream, or peach. Crack one open, however, and you may discover a tiny crystalline cavern filled with quartz sparkle, blue-gray chalcedony, calcite crystals, delicate projections, unusual pseudomorph-like formations, or completely unexpected mineral growth. Collectors especially love Trancas Geodes because the interiors can vary dramatically from specimen to specimen. Classic material commonly measures only around…
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