REAL Ellensburg Blue Agate *RARE* Start Price USD 150.00 Current Price USD 150.00 Time Left - Bid Count 0 Buy It Now Price - Reserve Price - Start Time Saturday, September 27, 2008 End Time Monday, October 27, 2008 Location Des Moines, Washington See more about 'REAL Ellensburg Blue Agate *RARE*' Description This is a great piece of Ellensburg Blue, it was found in the foothills above Ellensburg, Wa and weighs 10.1 Grams or 50.5 Carats...  Feel free to ask questions! What makes it unique and much sought after? The answers to this question can be summed up in several words. Scarcity, color range, variety, hardness and adaptability to a variety of settings. The scarcity of the stone is such that finding even the smallest of pieces is considered a good day’s find. Most all of the land where "Ellensburg Blue” is found is private and inaccessible. The color of the Ellensburg Blue Agate ranges from a light sky blue through a cornflower blue to an almost purple royal blue. Clouds, streaks, or bands may occur in the agate and graduates from nearly opaque to transparent. The hardness of any stone is measured on the MOHs scale of 1 to 10. One being Talc and ten diamond. Using this measurement, “Ellensburg Blue” will test out at from 7.5 to 8.3 or harder on the scale. Because of its singular qualities and limited quantity, the Ellensburg Blue Agate has been re-classified by many gemologists to be a precious gem. Powered by eBay Turbo Lister The free listing tool. List your items fast and easy and manage your active items. Place a Bid!