How to Find Crystals in Rocks
Geodes are rocks that are known to possess beautiful crystals inside. They are either round like earth or oblong like an egg, ranging in size from inches to several feet. Crystals are formed when superheated rock cools underground. The shape and size of the crystal is governed by the pressure and minerals in the surrounding rock. These are usually found in warmer areas having very dry and loose soil. Does this Spark an idea?
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Instructions
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Instructions
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Find some large geodes. Extract them while digging for crystals with a trowel. Buy them at caving stores or other shops.
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Dig a small hole in the ground that is large enough to accommodate the geode you want to crack. Place a layer of cloth in the hole to catch any crystal that might fall from the geode and to keep the geode from getting dirty.
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Hold the geode in one hand and a chisel in another. Score the chosen rock around its entire circumference by dragging the chisel all around its crust.
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Place the geode gently on the cloth in the hole. Make sure it is stable in the place by rocking it around a bit.
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Strike a mallet firmly on a chisel whose flat edge is placed against the score mark. Place the chisel on another section of the mark by turning the geode. Strike the mallet again. Continue along the entire mark until the geode cracks open.
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Have patience while striking each section of the mark because it will take some time before the geode cracks. This basically depends upon the thickness of the crust.
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Open the geode gently. Slide the chisel between the two halves. Twist slowly to find the hidden crystals.
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Tips & Warnings
Collect any crystals that have fallen on the cloth. Use these loose or broken crystals to create pendants or jewelry.
Edges of the final geode halves can be smoothened by a rock-shaping paper and then displayed in a shop gallery.
