most noble non-shell stones?

[aatos]

after all lapis lazulae and malachiet is a bit out of my budget ^^
also I want black and white stones. but to be honest, malachiet looks really gorgeous. its my favourite gem followed by citrine.

I've asked him if he can achieve same shape and balance of the stones as mr. kuroki, if I would send him a master-stone.
lets see... =)

thx u!

[ScatCat]

I have several samples of Algorithmic Artisan's go stones. The materials are unusual, but the craftsmanship isn't overly special. You can purchase the exact same stones directly from various Chinese factories. Quality control isn't anywhere near Mr. Kuroki's.

If you're set on white/black stones, I suggest striped agate.



They're stunning stones, very reminiscent of slate and shell but completely lacking any semblance of animal cruelty. They're durable and relatively inexpensive. I use these in my travel set. These are some of my least expensive stones, but one of my top two favorites.

[mvk20]

I know this is an old thread, but does anyone know how to find striped agate stones like those in Scatcat's post? Other than the super expensive out of stock site Algorithmic Artisan? My google-fu is letting me down today.

[Bonobo]

#2 in this thread

http://www.algorithmicartisan.com/gostones/

[mvk20]

Right, but like I said, other than that site? ScatCat seemed to indicate he had gotten them elsewhere, and that they were inexpensive. I would not consider AA inexpensive. So any other suggestions would be much appreciated. Thanks!

[Bonobo]

Right, but like I said, other than that site? ScatCat seemed to indicate he had gotten them elsewhere, and that they were inexpensive. I would not consider AA inexpensive. So any other suggestions would be much appreciated. Thanks!

Oh, I’m sorry … I must confess that I had only read the first half of your post

[Pio2001]

You can look for stones in "agate". I've gotten mine from a french store for 260 euros, black and white included.

Here are 10mm ones for 258 euros : http://www.variantes.com/pierres-jeu-go ... 70026.html
There are 8mm ones for 215 euros : http://www.jeudego.com/catalog/product_ ... cts_id=242

They are made in China.
The black ones are opaque and extremely shiny. The white ones are translucent with a yellowish tint, some of them display faint, barely visible stripes.
I guess that the black ones are made of artificially stained agate.

I had to make a demonstration of the game of go in a local forum, and I mistakenly took the agate stones instead of the glass korean ones. I setup a board with several stones for display, next to the 9x9 initiation board.
They were shining bright under the many lamps of the hall. Quickly, two little girls came and asked if they could get a stone for themselves
I said, oh no, they are for playing only.

[Galation]

Hi,
I cannot recommend, since I never tried to buy from, but there are some offers like this: https://www.aliexpress.com/item/Tiger-eye-20MM-20PC-Natural-Stone-round-Beads-Charm-top-quality-cabochon-no-hole-Fashion-beads/32729465687.html?spm=2114.10010108.1000013.1.662f49c8n7Om4m&traffic_analysisId=recommend_2088_1_90158_iswistore&scm=1007.13339.90158.0&pvid=5c10ee7e-fd4d-4e76-bd3a-1e65d23da887&tpp=1 from China direct import sites.

Sometimes you can find better prices too.

Galation