Agate

Agate is an unusual stone. It is a great stone to buy if you want "something different". There are several types of agate. Common ones are: blue lace agate, moss agate, tree agate and petrified wood. One will often see these in cabochons or beads. 

Agate General Information 

Agate will chip and crack rather easily.

Since agate is porous, it is often dyed to enhance its natural colour. Often treated agate is sold as Black Onyx.

Petrified wood is fossilized wood that has had its organic matter replaced by agate.

Where Agate is mined

Agate is found in Brazil, Egypt, Germany, India, Italy, Madagascar, Mexico and the USA (Arkansas, Arizona, California, Colorado, Florida, Idaho, Michigan, Minnesota, Montana, New Jersey, North Dakota, Oregon, South Dakota, Utah. Washington, Wisconsin and Wyoming).

Anniversary Gemstone for Agate

Agate is the anniversary gemstone for the 12th year of marriage. Moss Agate is the anniversary gemstone for the 14th year of marriage.

Moss Agate is said to help one get in touch with nature. Tree Agate is said to help with introspection. It helps one view themselves with more clarity and see the world through a broader viewpoint.

Blue Lace Agate is said to wash the clutter and static from the mind and spirit. It relieves stress and helps heal arthritis and headaches.

Legend has it that agate guarded the wearer from all dangers and endowed the wearer with a bold heart.

Wearing Agate was believed to cure insomnia and thought to insure pleasant dreams.

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