Characteristics of weathering lines on the surface of old agate beads

The weathering lines on the surface of old agate beads are mostly round or semi-circular, which are very orderly after being superimposed on each other. Weathering line has various shapes and rounded edges, so it is also called fish scale line and horseshoe line. The really weathered agate beads are relatively stable and will not fall off after wiping, while the fake ones will fall off.

Characteristics of Weathered Particles The characteristics of weathered particles are very organized, and most of them are round or semicircular. Weathered lines will overlap each other to form various shapes, with almost no arc, which is very layered and organized.

The edge of the weathered grain is round and feels slippery. Most of these lines appear on agate beads that have been worn for a long time or have a certain year. Because of its changeable image, it is also called fish scale pattern and horseshoe pattern.

Weathered particles can be identified by their patina. The patina on the surface of weathered agate beads is relatively stable. Wipe the surface of agate beads repeatedly with toilet paper and soft cloth, and the patina will not fall off, while the fake weathered agate beads will fall off as soon as they are wiped.