Weight / Height:
1. 97g 89mm
2. 100g 91mm
3. 102g 90mm
Agate
Agate is a variety of chalcedony, a mineral within the quartz family, renowned for its fine grain and bright colors, often appearing in concentric bands, but also sometimes in lacy patterns, speckles, and mottled textures. Agates are formed within volcanic and metamorphic rocks and are highly prized for their aesthetic appeal and the broad spectrum of their metaphysical properties.
Where It's Found: Agates can be found all over the world. Significant sources include Brazil, Uruguay, Australia, India, China, Madagascar, Mexico, Mongolia, and the United States. Each region produces agates with unique patterns and colors, contributing to the stone's widespread popularity.
Metaphysical and Healing Properties:
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Emotional Healing and Stability: Agate is well-regarded for its stabilizing and balancing effects on the wearer. It can soothe and calm, helping to heal inner anger or tension and create a sense of security and safety.
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Mental Function: Agate is believed to enhance mental function by improving concentration, perception, and analytical abilities. It encourages practical solutions to problems, and its calming properties help prevent overthinking and mental distress.
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Physical Endurance and Health: Agate is also associated with physical strength and stamina. It’s thought to enhance vitality, prolong physical endurance, and improve the health of the eyes, stomach, and uterus. Some also believe it can cleanse the lymphatic system and the pancreas.
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Spiritual Growth: Agate can aid in spiritual growth by encouraging contemplative practices and supporting inner stability. It’s often used during meditation to help reconcile internal conflicts and maintain a grounded spirituality.
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Protective Qualities: Known for its protective properties, agate can shield the wearer from negative energies and help prevent psychic attack. It is also said to protect from environmental pollution and can enhance personal courage.
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Harmonizing Relationships: Agate can also improve relationships. It's thought to enhance love and eliminate bitterness, anger, and emotional trauma that can interfere with interpersonal relations. By promoting love and encouraging unity, it can help patch up difficult relationships or calm tense situations.
