Geodes are handpicked and broken using a hammer or cut with a wet saw . Processed, washed and repeated several times often accompanying a soak in a solution to remove common rust staining the dried thoroughly.

Handpicked and trimmed then dried, or pressed or coated in a wax for preservation. Drying processes vary from days to weeks to maintain color and integrity.

Found off roadways where construction is ongoing. Earth changes caused by machinery exposes veins of beautiful coal.