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Crystal guide · Stones A–Z
Agate
the banded stoneA banded stone that formed slowly, layer by layer, inside volcanic rock. Traditionally kept for steadiness, balance and a calmer outlook.
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Said to help withSteadiness, balance and calm
ChakraRoot, by most traditions
Zodiac[PLACEHOLDER: signs from The Crystal Bible]
ColourEvery shade, often in bands
Hardness6.5 to 7 out of 10, fine for everyday handling
What it isBanded chalcedony, a very fine-grained quartz
Meaning
What agate is said to do
Where the name comes from
Named after the river Achates in Sicily, where the Greek writer Theophrastus said the stone was first found more than 2,000 years ago.
Its slow, layered growth gave it a reputation as a steadying stone, one for balance and patience.
Traditionally said to help with
SteadinessTraditionally kept close for feeling settled and steady, a little like its slow-grown layers.
BalanceMany people keep agate as a reminder to find a middle way on a busy day.
CalmIts soft bands are linked with a calmer mood, so it often sits on a desk or shelf.
PatienceSaid to suit long projects and slow progress, one layer at a time.
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Everyday agate
How to use it
1On a shelfA slice or geode where the light can show off its bands.
2In your pocketA tumblestone to hold on a busy day.
3On your deskA tower in view while you work through a long job.
4As a giftEvery agate is different, so it makes a very personal present.
Care card
Looking after your agate
Careful with coloured slicesNatural agate won’t fade, but brightly coloured slices are usually dyed and can fade in strong sun. [PLACEHOLDER: confirm whether our coloured slices are dyed.]
Cleanse it now and thenLeave it in moonlight overnight, on a selenite plate, or next to a singing bowl.
Water is fineNatural agate can be rinsed and dried. Don’t soak dyed slices, as the colour can run.
Questions
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Crystal guide · Stones A–Z
Agate
the banded stoneA banded stone, formed layer by layer. Traditionally kept for steadiness and balance.
Shop agate · from £3Said to help withSteadiness, balance and calm
ChakraRoot, by most traditions
Zodiac[PLACEHOLDER: signs from The Crystal Bible]
ColourEvery shade, often in bands
Hardness6.5 to 7 out of 10, fine for everyday handling
What it isBanded chalcedony, a very fine-grained quartz
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What agate is said to do
Named after the river Achates in Sicily, where the Greek writer Theophrastus said it was first found.
SteadinessTraditionally kept close for feeling settled and steady, a little like its slow-grown layers.
BalanceMany people keep agate as a reminder to find a middle way on a busy day.
CalmIts soft bands are linked with a calmer mood, so it often sits on a desk or shelf.
PatienceSaid to suit long projects and slow progress, one layer at a time.
Care cardLooking after your agate
Careful with coloured slicesNatural agate won’t fade, but brightly coloured slices are usually dyed and can fade in strong sun. [PLACEHOLDER: confirm whether our coloured slices are dyed.]
Cleanse it now and thenLeave it in moonlight overnight, on a selenite plate, or next to a singing bowl.
Water is fineNatural agate can be rinsed and dried. Don’t soak dyed slices, as the colour can run.
How to use it
1On a shelfA slice or geode where the light can show off its bands.
2In your pocketA tumblestone to hold on a busy day.
3On your deskA tower in view while you work through a long job.
4As a giftEvery agate is different, so it makes a very personal present.
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