Healing Crystals - Agates |
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By: Shelley Allen Posted: 2007-08-12 17:36:33 |
| Agates are among the most beautiful creations the world has bestowed upon us. They are semi-precious gemstones that generally form within rock cavities, at low pressures and temperatures close to the surface of the earth, where they take on distinctive shapes and colours according to the local geology. Agates invariably outlast their surroundings, with many rare and beautiful stones, their patterns and colours seemingly endless, laying just below the surface of known localities. They are recognized by their uniform bands of colour which come from trace elements such as iron and manganese. Iron leaches from rocks providing the pigment that gives the agate its beautiful array of colour and depending on the concentration of iron and the amount of oxidation is what determines the colour within or between the agates bands.Agates have been known and widely regarded around the world for thousands of years, for its diverse range of benefits and healing properties. Agate is generally known as the stone for self-expression, creativity, health and good fortune and it is deemed especially protective for children.For centuries now, agate has been known as a powerful healer, a bringer of good fortune and wealth. Their usage dates right back to the ancient Egyptians who utilised agates for lapidary, mounted in gold.Agate is said to have mystical powers that provides a calming effect during times of stress and when dealing with difficult situations. It has been known to give courage, emotional strength, increase self-confidence and alleviate fears. Artists and writers have used agate to enhance creativity.Please visit our store http://wholesalecrystalsonline.com to view and purchase from our diverse range of agates, including the fire agate, blue agate and many other healing crystals. |
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