Agate – 瑪瑙
Origin: USA, India, Morocco, Czech Republic, Brazil and Africa.
History: The value of this stone was quite high in antiquity, as it was one of the main stones used, and they were traded in Asia minor, on the ancient port of Sear Marmara.
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Dragons Veins Agate heighten creative visualisation. Strengthens the ability and will to manifest one’s life purpose on the earth plane. Promotes energy and strength, and will help one discover the truth in a matter and to aid in accepting one’s fate. Legend says that Agate improves memory and concentration, increases stamina and encourages honesty.
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Banded Agate (energy: projective, element: fire) For protection, restores bodily energy and eases stressful situations.
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Black Agate (energy: projective, element: fire) A protective stone, wear for courage and successful competitions.
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Black and White Agate (energy: projective, element: fire) Worn as an amulet, this agate guards against physical dangers
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Blue Lace Agate (energy: receptive, element: water) Wear or carry this stone for peace and happiness. Place in your hand to distress the entire body.
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Brown or Tawny Agate (energy projective, element: fire) Long ago worn by warriors for victory in battle, today is used for success in any undertaking. It is prized in Italy and Persia as a guard against the evil eye and it is also a fine wealth talisman.
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Creamy Yellow Agate (energy: receptive, element: sun) Helps to lighten moods when used properly within a spell.
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Mustard Yellow Agate (energy: receptive, element: sun) Useful in contacting the creative side of the mind and building an inventive mood.
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Green Agate (energy: receptive, element: earth) This agate is generally worn to improve the health of the eyes.
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Red Agate (energy: projective, element: fire) Also known by many as the "Blood Agate" this stone was worn in ancient Rome to guard against insect bites and to heal the blood, as well as to promote calm and peace. It is also said to drive away spiders.
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Grey with White Stripes Agate (energy: receptive, element: water) is often used for intellectual pursuits.
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Brecciated (broken pieces, usually brown and red, held together by quartz) Used for optimism, tranquillity, helps to avoid negative behavior and is a vibrational changer.
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Enhydritic (nodules with water trapped inside) Used to contact water devas, and to balance emotions
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