Brazil A dentrite agate bracelet (7-8mm balls)

BRA-AGAD-02
Origin: Brazil
Grade: A

Very beautiful bracelet made of 7-8mm dentrite agate balls
Patterns and colors may vary from one bracelet to another

Dendritic agate owes its name to the Achates River, located in southern Sicily. The adjective dendritic means "which presents trees", due to crystallization in the rock resembling the design of a tree. Its dendrites are black in color on the white stone.

This dendritic agate was once used to ensure abundant harvests. When seeds were sown, a dendritic agate was tied to the arm of the plowman or tied to the horns of the oxen chosen for plowing the fields. Sometimes it was even buried in the sown ground.
During Antiquity, the Romans attributed numerous medicinal properties to dendritic agate. They also used it as a talisman. They ground the agates into powder and mixed them with water, which they believed would help combat snake venom.
A famous Roman historian, named Pliny, even wrote that dendritic agates, when burned, warded off storms. This made it possible to protect crops and boats at sea. Also, many sailors wore this agate in the form of an amulet as protection, which kept them away from the fury of the seas and oceans.

Dendritic agate stones made their wearers charming, very persuasive and enjoying God's favor. They were thus protected from dangers and could overcome earthly unleashings such as storms, lightning, violent winds, excessive rain. Likewise, they benefited from this protection to be stronger against certain epidemics.

At the same time, wearing this agate provided quality, restorative sleep with beautiful dreams. This allowed its wearer to fully recover and wake up in excellent shape.

Legends say that wearing an agate allowed its owner to acquire strength and courage. This way he could conquer his fears. Children carrying this stone also avoided falls and injuries.
Dendritic agate, because of its tree-like patterns, was interpreted as a stone of God. We find its trace in images of the Virgin Mary, Jesus, and angels. Some specimens of this stone are listed in churches or museums around the world.
Many amulets and talismans have been made with dendritic agates. They allow the human spirit not to get lost and to find its way to new horizons. This stone is ideal for scientists, students, medical researchers, adventurers, and even wanderers.
Furthermore, dendritic agates are classified as transformative crystals. For centuries, they have promoted change, offered new perspectives and can literally transform a life. They are perfect during professional retraining and allow us to improve and become better.

Its main deposits are in Brazil, the United States and India.

Dendritic agate is a stone that brings inner peace, allows you to put things into perspective and face life in general. It is a stone that reinforces lack of self-confidence. It also soothes the feeling of distress that can lead to wanting to stop living.
It helps to remove states of mind such as guilt, shame and reconciles us with ourselves. It teaches us to appreciate ourselves and to chase away negative vibes. She supports young mothers in their fight against the baby blues.
The wearer of dendritic agate is a person who feels accomplished both professionally and personally. Thus helped, he goes through the trials of life and conflicts in general.
It is an anchor stone that connects us to the Earth, facilitates communication and makes us extremely logical. This stone, associated with smoky quartz, helps us quit smoking or alcohol if it is associated with amethyst.
Throughout the centuries, it has been seen as a stone of abundance whether in business or agriculture. She is also the protector of the traveler, she guides his steps so that he does not get lost along the way and protects him against earthly elements such as storms, lightning, etc.