Amira Agate Co.

You can find us in Furza Khambhat. If you know anything about Khambhat, you know it has a long history with stones and agates. We’ve been part of that tradition for a while. Our setup is pretty traditional. We work with the raw stones that come in, and there is a lot of cutting and tumbling involved. The air usually has a bit of stone dust in it, and the sound of the tumblers is like a constant hum in the background. We don't have a corporate office with glass walls. It’s more of a workshop with stone floors and sturdy tables. We spend our days sorting through the rough material to find the best pieces of agate. It’s a lot of physical work, moving bags and crates around. Every stone is different, so you never really know what you’re going to find until you start working on it. The local community here is all tied into this trade, so we’re surrounded by people who understand the work. We keep things simple and just focus on getting the stones ready for whoever needs them next. It’s not a fast process, but we aren't in a rush. We just take the stones as they come and do what needs to be done. It’s a way of life here in Furza, and we’re just happy to keep doing it year after year.