Folklore, Legend and Healing Properties of Agate:
Folklore, Legend and Healing Properties of Agate:
The Agate was held in great esteem by ancient civilizations that thought it was representative of the third eye and spiritual love. Reputed to have been used by athletes since ancient times to increase vitality, the Agate not only increases energy levels but also self-confidence as it banishes fear. In many traditions agate is believed to cure the stings of scorpions and the bites of snakes, soothe the mind, prevent contagion, still thunder and lightning, promote eloquence, secure the favour of the powerful, and bring victory over enemies. It was believed to help with epilepsy. The possession of an Agate was traditionally thought to bestow the gifts of eloquence, social grace and good fortune on the owner. Agate balances, stabilizes, and protects. Medicinally the Agate stone has a long history and it was prized as an amulet. Blue Lace Agate is lighter, calming the mind and healing fiery emotions. Agates can ground sexual energy and regulate the sex drive. Agate assists in cleansing the immune system. They are wonderful stones to alleviate stress, especially when held.
There are many types of Agate. Agates are types of Chalcedony or Cryptocrystalline Quartz and are usually brown, dark red, or yellow- although they also come in many other shades, such as green and blue.
Main properties : Balancing physical, emotional, intellectual and spiritual energies; perceptiveness, strength, inspiration, awakening talents.
