Collection: Gray agate

Gray agate is a variety of agate, a semiprecious stone belonging to the quartz family, more specifically to chalcedony. It is distinguished by its dominant gray color, often interspersed with lighter or darker bands. Here is an overview of its characteristics, origins, and supposed properties:

Characteristics of gray agate:

• Color : light gray to dark gray, sometimes with white, blue or brownish reflections.

• Transparency : translucent to opaque.

• Structure : often in concentric bands, typical of agates.

• Hardness : approximately 6.5 to 7 on the Mohs scale, therefore relatively resistant.

Geological origin:

Agate forms in volcanic cavities, where silica-rich solutions are deposited layer upon layer, forming the characteristic banded patterns. Gray agate is found in many countries, including:

• Brazil

• India

• Uruguay

• Madagascar

• United States (especially in Montana or Oregon)

Virtues and properties (in lithotherapy):

• Emotional : It is said to bring calm, stability, and inner peace. Ideal for people who are stressed or anxious.

• Mental : Would promote concentration and mental clarity, helping to balance thoughts.

• Energy : Considered a gentle grounding stone, it is said to help harmonize the body's energies.

Use :

• Jewelry : bracelet, pendant, ring.

• Decoration : pebbles, carved objects, polished slices.

• Meditation : Used as a centering stone.

• Feng Shui : placed in a room, it is supposed to promote harmony.

Interview :

• Cleaning : warm water and soft cloth.

• Recharging : in moonlight or on a quartz cluster.