Below is an online PDF that explains the origin of banded agates. Pabian, R. K., Zarins, A., 1994. Banded Agates, Origins and Inclusions. Lincoln, NE: Conservation and Survey Division, UNL. pp. 32 DigitalCommons at University of Nebraska - Lincoln https://digitalcommons.unl.edu/conservationsurvey/418/ Yours, Paul H.