Basic gemstone information: Agate has volcanic origin and has many impurities. This explains the striped layered color of some agates. The hardness of the stone is 6.5-7 on the Mohs scale.
The main deposits of Agate are located in Uruguay, Brazil and Iran.
Agate was one of Alexander the Great's favorite gems. He even ordered his soldiers to collect these stones along the route of the army and send them back to the capital to be worked with by famous jewelers of the time.
The stone is recommended for those who are fond of oratory and often speak in front of large audiences. It develops eloquence and gets rid of shyness, increases a person's self-confidence.
Astrologers say that Agate is the stone of Taurus, Cancer, Virgo and Capricorn. Thanks to Agate, they will be able to improve their creative abilities. The stone serves as a source of inspiration and a clear sense of purpose for them.
