Gray agate sphere Brazil A - 40mm

Dimensions:

40mm

Weight:

About 85g

40mm Grey Agate Sphere
Supplied with wooden or plastic stand
Colors and patterns vary from stone to stone.

Gray agate is an agate that is characterized by its many patterns and bands of different colors. This natural stone has a generally very light gray, sometimes close to white to a darker gray. Its appearance can vary: it can be translucent, opaque, banded or plain.
Agate has been named after it for three or four centuries BC. It was attributed to him by the Greek philosopher Theophrastus (371 BC / 288 BC). In fact, he discovered it in the Akhates River in southern Italy, and even in Sicily. Today, the river is called the Dirillo and it is still quite possible to find, all along this river, several types of agate, in multiple colors, yellow, red, blue, pink, etc.
But gray agate is not only found in this river. Its formation takes place in volcanic rocks, whether effusive, extrusive or volcanic. Mostly, it is located in the cavities of basalt or rhyolite, but it can also form in sedimentary rocks.
Gray agate is mainly composed of chalcedony and quartz, and mostly silica. The presence of iron and manganese oxides gives it its banded appearance and white bands. It has a hardness of 6.5 to 7 on the Mohs scale. For comparison, diamond has a hardness of 10 on this same scale, which is the highest hardness.
All the characteristics of gray agate mentioned above are true for all agates. However, gray agate stands out slightly because it is composed of various pieces of shells buried at the bottom of the sea. Be careful not to mix it with fossil agate.
In reality, the name gray agate covers several stones such as gray Botswana agate, dendritic agate, gray crazy lace agate. Traces of these agates have been found during archaeological excavations. Since ancient times, gray agate has already been used in the manufacture of various jewelry, amulets or ornamental objects.
Gray agate, as well as most agates, are known for their protective power, particularly against insect bites, snake bites and certain diseases.
The main deposits are located in Madagascar, Botswana and India.

In lithotherapy, gray agate is recommended for low morale, demotivation and discouragement. It provides real psychological support and pushes its wearer to continue moving forward and overcome the difficulties encountered.
It helps to have a sharp mind in order to push reflection. It thus helps to better perceive the advantages and disadvantages of certain decisions. It generates a good analysis of problems to better resolve them.
Gray agate offers beautiful lucidity and chases away illusions. It is an excellent stone for meditation. It promotes introspection, reconnection to one's inner self. It frees its wearer from negative feelings such as anger, resentment and bitterness.
This beautiful stone gives a feeling of security to its wearer. It allows him to open up to the outside world without fear. He will then be able to show empathy and compassion towards the different people around him.
It helps to better manage emotional pressure while adopting a calm and intelligent attitude. It develops patience, concentration and clarity of mind. It gives self-confidence.
Emphasizing deep thinking and caution, this magnificent gemstone will accompany its wearer throughout his personal and professional life. Thus, he will easily differentiate between trustworthy people and others.