These Agates are Outstanding! Cutting & Polishing Elusive Iris Agates ft. Ozone Fine Art-Ventures!

[@OzoneFineArtVentures]

Fantastic video, even having previews, it was still surprisingly beautiful and informative. Can't choose a favorite, they're all so amazing. I love that each has it's own distinct character, like that spotted one with the color patches. Thanks for bringing the Ozone, Lily and Ochoco along, it was a total blast and we're definitely new, lifelong members of the crew chasing rainbows. It's so cool that Rookie and Kurt are also chasing! Can't wait to see their videos! Also thanks for all the guidance; couldn't have discovered what we did without you, your cunning eye, and depth of knowledge! Great video, and until we spectrum out again, cheers!

[@BreakOutOfTheAlgorithm]

So great to see a cameo of you in the video. I still can't thank you enough for the giveaway that I won and the beautiful sun stones I carry in my fanny pack with me everywhere I go. Keep up the great work we love y'all.🤠💞

[@jackiecayaMN]

Loved the collab! I really enjoyed that you guys included the dogs🥰

[@Rookie_Rockounding]

Oh man you guys! What a video! The two of you together, I know I’m not just speaking for myself when I say is such a rad combo! So much love for you guys! And for those freakin rainbows were stunning. Beyond stunning! And seriously thank you for the shout out theo dude! I frikin love this community!!!! Just so so much!

[@marinal9843]

Iris agate is gorgeous 😍

[@nancywilson9380]

Thanks for the funny and educational video The Iris agates are spectacular!!🤩

[@tashacano3324]

Wow those are gorgeous! The two pieces you said you'd bet your life on were my favorites. The 2nd one looked like a volcano erupting with a rainbow sky behind it! Talk about otherworldly

[@TheoKellison]

It is some special stuff for sure!😄 i never get tired of seeing those iris agates!😁

[@darrinwilliams5715]

WOW I’m impressed.I’m going to go through all my Montana agate now. Very educational video.😎

[@TheoKellison]

If you have a bunch of montanies you probably have an iris in there somewhere!😄 fingers crossed for some rainbows for you!

[@shellyshellz2800]

Beautiful! Thanks for sharing.

[@largent45]

Wow! What fantastic iris agates! Those are absolute beauties! I love it when you do videos with other rock hounds.

[@TheoKellison]

They are just so cool!😄 and absolutely! Collabs are one of my favorite things to do on youtube😁 so much fun to join forces with other channels

[@wyodino6245]

I love iris agates! Your video was so informative and a real pleasure to watch, Theo. I have my iris agates hanging in the windows of my home so that the sun sines through them and you get to enjoy their true beauty. Rock on' and thanks for taking us all along.

[@cynthiaguthrie8303]

Always awesome to catch a rainbow suspended in time!

[@paigelee6321]

I love learning about the beauty these rocks hold 💙😊

[@1catfishuntermiller753]

Hiya Theo, hey I've been chasing rainbows for a long time, opals fire agates, fire opals and agates and all kinds of stones that have it, even quartz crystals have it. Awesome video. I hope you have a awesome blessed day. Cya! 😺🐟 out!

[@TheoKellison]

Iris has been an ongoing obsession for me for about 5 or 6 years now😂 right up there with fire agate and ammolite, its hard to beat those colors when you get a good one!😄

[@1catfishuntermiller753]

@@TheoKellison that's true, I never had any of those agates to know it's in them, but I have seen it in Petrified wood that has been agatized. It has beautiful colors, but now I that I have seen your videos about how beautiful it is, I'm going to go back and look again, and maybe slice them thin to see if I have what you have, and I love fossils and that's what most of my cabs are made from.

[@Ken_G.]

I think my favorite was the one at 13:35. Great stuff as always. Beware stobor.

[@robertmandigo7942]

Yes Theo those rocks are awesome, it's so hard to pick a favorite. I have to say my favorites are the one at 13:50 the ell shaped one, the one at 15:05 and the one that you sent to Rookie rock hound. They all are so beautiful. Keep up the great videos and God bless you and your family.

[@TheoKellison]

They are some amazing gems for sure! I never get tired of seeing that color😄 im excited to see what rookie does with the agate i sent him! Thanks so much for watching!

[@CityRockhounding]

OMG, those are insane, just crazy beautiful. I really appreciate you explaining it all too, that's very helpful! Thanks Theo...!

[@TheoKellison]

They are so much fun to work with!😄 and very tricky to get figured out so im happy to help wherever i can! Thanks so much for watching!

[@deegingerkid]

Haha! I saw the beach where she received the package I said "I know where that is!" Oregon has amazing agates too, and lots of plume, moss and pet wood. I'm low-key planning a trip to MT for maybe this fall. Depends on fire, sadly. ❤️ These iris agates are stunning!! Can't wait to find some of my own!

[@deegingerkid]

The quality pieces scream "solder me together for a lampshade!!". I'm blown away.

[@deegingerkid]

Jesse is the coolest guy. I owe my having found you and several other rockhound channels to him. Popping over for his video now! ❤️

[@hockeyrace]

Super AWESOME! You crack me up, every time. Your kicking the box 😂😂😂. Iris agates are Amazeballs. Many years ago, I purchased an Indonesian agate because I thought it was beautiful. I didn’t know Iris agates were a thing at the time. After cutting it, I realized it had rainbow bands and I pretty much had my mind blown 🤯. I still have all the pieces I cut and polished. They are like little guitar picks. Lol. You’ve inspired me to go through my Montana Agates to look for more Iris. Thanks so much for sharing ❤️ Amazing! Stay Crystal 💫 Mari

[@justjulee9135]

Those iris agates are beautiful! So amazing! I'm anxiously awaiting Jesse's video. Thankful you did this video!

[@TheoKellison]

Cant wait to see what rookie does with his!!!😄 ive been eagerly awaiting that video too😂

[@tott3457]

I ❤️❤️❤️Beautiful Rocks❣️but the icing on the cake is the creative humor you and Karen add to the story!!!!! Keeping it real keeping it fun 👍

[@tott3457]

Oh me bad it was Kim 😆. Lol

[@susiesmith6174]

Hi Theo, OMG!!! You've got me hooked on finding out if any of my "to do" rocks look like those. A rock saw is next on my list and asap!!! Thanks for the gorgeous eye candy teaser today!!! Take care!!! 😊

[@TheoKellison]

Thats the beauty of iris; most people probably own one and dont even know it!😄 they are such amazing gems!😁

[@donnalantz7981]

That is so cool. Just spectacular pieces. And how you 2 delivered them to one another was so funny. I saw Jessie's video on searching for rainbows. He's an awesome man too. Thanks for sharing. And keep chasing those rainbows.

[@TheoKellison]

Rookie is one of my favorite people😄 can not wait to see what he does with the piece i sent him!😄 thanks so much for watching!☺

[@pamelaarana1942]

18:37 Is the most beautiful in my opinion. I love the irregular spots, how the banding chevrons, and the color combination. Maawa!😙🤌 perfection. 18:51 second place. Looks like plant growing in front of a rainbow sky

[@TheoKellison]

That one is probably my favorite too😄 moss is VERY uncommon in iris so getting such a vivid iris that was also filled with moss was just way too cool!😄

[@pamelaarana1942]

Thanks for letting me know. I love learning about rare and beautiful things. You have a great talent to give life to these pieces.

[@botryoidalbishhh3150]

Stunning agates! It’s one of my favourite agates period 👌

[@debidevaney8398]

I had to watch this one again!!! That Iris agate is insanely beautiful❤ Thanks for sharing Theo🎉

[@providencedivine1]

Wow thank you for the tutorial So any state may have these type of Iris Agate. Man you rock 🪨 haha literally for sharing this!

[@providencedivine1]

I just actually purchased a bunch of Montana agate. I'm hoping I slab some with Iris agate in it. Wish me luck....

[@jackiecayaMN]

I would have been insanely satisfied with those pieces coming out so great also!

[@BreakOutOfTheAlgorithm]

What a great video! Absolutely love Ozone, I was a lucky winner of a giveaway and was blessed with a box full of amazing agates and some Oregon coast sunstones. Y'all are the best! 🙏👍

[@TheoKellison]

Ozone is a legend😂 she is such an awesome person so it was just way too much fun to join forces for this one!

[@donnabeaudin9114]

Wow Theo! What jaw- dropping beauties!! Will you make anything with them? Really enjoyed your collaboration with Ozone, educational and entertaining, can’t get any better than that 😆! Oh, and can I subscribe to your mail delivery service? Love the puppies❤️❤️❤️!

[@TheoKellison]

I think i have some jewelry in the works for some of these😄 like an open backed pendant or earrings maybe?🤔 plenty of options with those rainbows!😁

[@leslyeschoenhuth1107]

* WOW! I could watch this video for hours... Lovely Iris.. Thanks for showing them.

[@alenedrummond4627]

The piece with the 'eye' in it, made me catch my breath! But so did a couple others. I can not believe we have ben given so much beauty. Thanx for all your hard work, keep amazing us!

[@TheoKellison]

Those iris agates are somethin else😄 does not matter how many times i see one, it really never gets old!

[@alenedrummond4627]

@@TheoKellison you have the perfect career. I have a question. I want to buy a small saw. Also, I'm scared of the blade! I have worked many tools in my lifetime, I'm 61. Do you have a suggestion for me? We have Harbour Freight, Lowes, Home Depot, etc. to shop at. I thank you for your time. Arkansas Mimm of Five Boys and One Cool Girl...

[@alenedrummond4627]

is the eye piece for sale?

[@randomactsofhugs]

Love them all. You the iris man. Sending you airhugs of positive loving energy to you and yours

[@japhyryder66]

What a great video! Theo, you are so talented and so enthusiastic. Your videos are a joy to watch.

[@TheoKellison]

Thank you so much!😄 that truly means a lot!

[@faithmorgen7530]

Thank you for showing me a new (to me) and beautiful way mother nature has out done herself yet again!!! I am still in aawww of her and how much she has done on this planet and I still know so little 💜 truly amazing 💜 I live in Washington state so going to Montana could be possible for me and when I do I'm most definitely going to look for these beauties! Take care and keep up the good work 👍

[@KatyDidRocks]

Awesome video, Theo! Thanks for giving such great information about how to deal with iris. OMG, I'm just loving your dog mail....

[@TheoKellison]

Right!?😂 the 2 day dog delivery system worked a lot better than i had expected😂 i would be super interested to see what kind of iris youve got in your stockpile😄 with all of the amazing agates you find, there has GOT to be some amazing iris in there😁

[@sandmaker]

Yup, you did amazing. Thanks for the great information and tips. Cut, cut, cut. Now I know what to look for. Be happy, safe and healthy! Thanks!!!!!

[@slothhunter4615]

Awesome video as always and beautiful Montana Agates. An awesome suggestion from Michigan Rocks that helped us with our slabbing when our clamp would not hold our rock. Rob suggested to use Elmer's wood glue and glue a piece of 2x4 to the flat part of the rock after you make a flat cut. It allows your vice to hold the rock while you make those beautiful slabs.

[@TheoKellison]

I have seen that also! Rob is a genius when it comes to that kind of stuff😄 we employed that tactic over at kims before with great success! Thanks so much for watching!😄

[@Tealtra]

Great video no shock there. Those stones are amazing. You are so gifted in reading stones.

[@TheoKellison]

Thank you so much!😄

[@anniegironne8444]

Iris agate rock, just beautiful. Liked the goofy part, lol.

[@raziel3726]

Beautiful Agates!!👍👍

[@claudesarich6314]

Great video Theo they were all great, can't pick just one. Thx for the share and stay safe rock on 👍✌

[@RM-vw3ov]

Iris agates are so gorgeous🤩

[@sheaegan114]

this video is therapy

[@odettehillier3387]

Just Stunning 😍.... they remind me of Opals.

[@johnsaucerhunter]

Simply beautiful!

[@nicoleh.5499]

WOWZEE WOWWA! If I had to pick just one, I love 16:13. Wouldn't a stained glass window of iris be cool? Or a lamp shade? You poor thing, you looked so tired at the end of this video. We appreciate all of your hard work!!! ❤

[@jackiecayaMN]

Great video! Loving the iris my favorite was the one that looked like an odd heart with the black specks🤩

[@TheoKellison]

I think that one is my favorite too😄 moss is suuuuper rare in iris so gettong such a vivid iris filled with moss is a day maker for sure!😄 cant wait to see what rookie does with his piece!

[@inlovewithmovement]

Thanks for the video. Great stuff. I just got a slice of Montana agate and on closer inspection it does indeed have some iris! Just successfully drilled it so I can wear it on a chain! So happy!

[@savagesquirrel9828]

Hilarious and beautiful video. I wonder how you tumble slabs? Using what grit and for how long? I would think they would break!

[@karenhenriksen217]

Wow Theo gorgeous stones 🥰

[@Rookie_Rockounding]

Oh snap! Here we go dude, I feel like I’m about to be schooooooooled in the ways of iris! Let’s go!

[@amrocktumbling8298]

Wow that color is awesome!!

[@brianholcomb940]

Those are really cool! Thanks for sharing!

[@socalrockhound]

Very nice Theo. We find Iris agates down here in SoCal but I must admit yours are bigger. Down here the give away is the faint spiderweb banding with a quartz’s center. Getting the right thickness is tricky and if you drop them they shatter. Hey you never know what your going to get until you cut them. Duds are part of it. Keep rocking

[@SitiMaryam-wj1yz]

They're all so very very beautifull..I Love that batu akik 😍😍

[@oldgamerchick]

Stunning beauty thank you for sharing. 🙃☕❤❤❤❤

[@jimlancaster6120]

Very nice Iris!

[@deniseview4253]

I have been waiting for this video! Thank you for showing us the beauty of iris. The one you said was your favorite is the one I liked best also. Rookie will love it! Gorgeous!! 😁

[@TheoKellison]

Cant wait to see what rookie does with his!😄 that video is gonna be awesome!

[@deniseview4253]

@@TheoKellison I can’t wait either.

[@paigelee6321]

Beautiful 😊, thank you for sharing 😊💙

[@graemero5532]

Very pretty Iris agates Theo, thank you.

[@RockHoundingAdventures]

These agates are so vivid in color 🤩. I hope mine turn out this beautiful.

[@gregderksen1996]

Unreal! who needs fuzzy dice when you could hang a couple of those from your rearview. might be a bit distracting though lol! maybe hang some in your shop windows instead.😂. fantastic vid Theo. can’t wait to catch Karen’s later in! not to mention Jesse’s.

[@kylaabegglen1275]

Such a great video! Humor, friends, dogs, agates and so much beauty, just awesome. How thin do you usually cut the slabs and do they need to be tumbled in a vibratory or if you cushion enough, with ceramics and pellets, would slabs work in a rotary tumbler? Just curious. You and Karen create such beauty in your rock art of all kinds, very amazing. Thank you for sharing Theo!✌🤠

[@TheoKellison]

Thank you so much! It really means a lot!😄 so there is a bit of a range when it comes to iris; really good iris can show fairly thick but others dont really shine until they are a good bit thinner, so the rule of thumb is 2-5 mm👍 a REALLY bold iris will show at 5 but generally speaking they almost always need to be brought down quite a bit thinner. Some of my best are ones ive ground down to 1.2 to 1.6 mm. I dont have a very reliable saw, it really likes to make agates blow up😂, so i usually cut thick and then grind them thinner before tumbling. And I do all of my tumbling in a rotary but a vibratory would actually be better for this purpose! I just dont own one🤣 its on the list!

[@slothhunter4615]

Harbor freight has a 18lbs vibratory tumbler that works really well starting with stage 2-4. You will also want to use the ceramic media with it as well at a fraction of the price.

[@kylaabegglen1275]

@@TheoKellison thank you! I find it all very interesting and really pretty cool. I appreciate how much I've learned from your channel!😊

[@kylaabegglen1275]

@@slothhunter4615 thank you for the information, I appreciate it!🙂

[@christineritchie5580]

Wow so excited to be coming there at the end of September to find some great rocks. Can't wait. Thank you for sharing.

[@terrydoucette6037]

Excellent!

[@SaraJean85]

Rookie really is so happy he found you

[@IndusRiverRock]

❤✨ So Beautiful ✨❤

[@jsrocks2gems138]

Hi Theo This is Sweet Jim love the content of your video, it was nice to talk with you on the pod cast last week.

[@beckyh1369]

Amazing beauty!

[@jamesblondeau1029]

Wow wow wow those lines. They remind me of the lines on a record. And thank you for explaining what to look for with agates to possibly get iris. It is so amazing with the iris and the moss inside. Thank you Theo for the video and all the colours. I do have a question. Im trying to get into stone carving and was grinding with diamond tips on what appeared to be sand stone but it ate up the diamond tip and yes i was keeping the piece wet. What kinds of stone would you suggest to carve so that i dont destroy tons of bits. Thank you

[@TheoKellison]

Gotta love those iris! Those bold colors really never get old! And i have run into that same issue with sandstone in the past; you would think because it is such soft stone that it would be very good for carving but i think the gritty make up actually abrades your diamond burs faster. Unfortunately most stone will wear down burs fairly quickly but some definitely do faster than others. My go-to stone for carving is soapstone, extremely soft and takes a very good polish!

[@ginettafrost8106]

Awesome video! Thank you!

[@MrsOx-jz9fg]

Another great video Theo... they came out stunning!!! The 3 you said were your top faves starting at the 16:49 mark almost kinda look like opal also. They totally reminded of opal!! Will you be puttin these in your East store??

[@TheoKellison]

They really are! Probably why I like them so much; theyre very opally agates!😂 and yes some will certainly be heading there in the very near future!😄

[@MrsOx-jz9fg]

@@TheoKellison great mind's think alike 🤣🤣.. I'll definitely be keeping my eye out for them. I already have something from your shop in my cart was waitin to see. 😊😊😊

[@GREEKEXPLORERS]

Great video!! Thank you for sharing!!

[@genewilliams6966]

Love the iris agates.

[@MaryLouTido]

Great video. Those would make a nice wind chime.

[@lolajo2850]

Those are so beautiful! I hope you sell some on your Etsy store. 💚💜💙

[@luddity]

Those would make some very nice guitar picks!

[@WorldofRockhounds]

All very nice! I need to start cutting more agates now lol

[@elainebates6967]

Such amazing colors. The Iris Agates seem to me to have similar characteristics to Labdorites.

[@mariehillard1742]

Only one word! Wowwee!

[@chehystpewpur4754]

these agates are in the transition into opals. rock to gemstone evolution in a sense.

[@______IV]

That’s some super gemmy material. Reminds me of contraluz opal.

[@zackerydias1306]

Thanks you do your Lawyer job well inside your KZbin self.... Prophecy son is you, Thanks man.

[@beckysmith3660]

Wow a million times!

[@patriciamckean4186]

Iris...madness!!!

[@bethcorey6022]

Oh ‘em gee they are gor geous❤

[@RockandRoadRockhounding]

These are incredible!!! I have a box of Montana agates sitting in my garage right now and this is making me want to go out and cut them all.

[@TheoKellison]

Right!?😱 they never get old😁 amd of you have a bunch of montanies id bet money you have at least one iris in there! Fingers crossed you find some rainbows!!!😄

[@janvafa9959]

Oh my… I don’t shop online… but I would definitely love an iris agate necklace!!!

[@allenbergemann7975]

Hi Theo! Your videos are awesome! Thanks for sharing. Do you only tumble your slabs for 24 hours? I have picked up agate on the Yellowstone for a long time and only now started cutting them. It is so much fun!

[@graciecrystalsresinlady]

These are amazing, do you sell any of your rocks?

[@ranger_bound5842]

Wild! One thing I struggle with is placing or reading where to cut for the best result. I live in Custer, SD and frequently have several buckets of Tepee Canyon nodules at the ready. Can you provide some pointers or a video of slicing Tepee’s, I know one of your videos you collected a bunch not long ago.

[@TheoKellison]

Great idea for a video!😄 usually the stone will tell you where it wants the cuts to be but those teepee canyons are definitely a different story, most fortification agates are a bit weird or counterintuitive as far as placements. I will definitely make a video on that!😄

[@ranger_bound5842]

@@TheoKellison I get that it is a lot of trial and error, however on the last batch I sliced there was a lot of hollering and swearing as I should’ve sliced in a different direction. Especially when you’re gambling on a solid chert nodule hoping it opens up the way you want it. Keep up the content it’s very informative and my son and I enjoy watching the adventures.

[@ThePotatoad]

Imagine turning them into a sun catcher! 🤩

[@Mz.Stephanie]

Where do you go in Montana to hunt rocks? You've mentioned being back at the Yellowstone. We're going to Montana for our anniversary (July 2023) and I would love to look for some agates. I would truly appreciate some suggestions on where to look. Thanks!

[@Algoldprospecting]

Wow man those are cool. I been finding lots of agates but haven’t seen those yet

[@Timothious_Maximus]

Hirys it's irys. Couldn't unhear.

[@Goldhunter7769]

Man I had no idea how I must double check for iris! I’m in Oregon so I’m sure some do, great videos man keep it up!

[@paultherockhound7277]

Awesome vid mate love the idea have a vid coming out soon after a hunt with rookie rockhound great day out you even get a mention 😀 go the podcast crew

[@kint79]

Batu akik luar biasa kawan , seperti ada lukisan pelanginya terbentuk secara alami

[@webdevnoobie]

That package delivery service could put USPS, FedEx and UPS out of business!

[@outlanderoverlander8411]

Have you tried to facet iris agate? Wondering what it would look like

[@ZE0XE0]

This is caused by thin film interference of the closely banded layers in the chalcedony. There's a relationship between how close together the layers are and how thin the piece must be sliced for the effect to be visible.

[@deborahprovo3779]

they would look so nice as window art