Green agate: features, properties and applications

Agate is a valuable and very beautiful mineral. The green variety is especially popular - this is the most expensive species from which you can make very beautiful jewelry. Green agate is not just a solid and rich stone. Since he has magical powers, he is very much appreciated in the circle of magicians and healers.

The stone is based on colorless silicon oxide SiO2, and a green tint is obtained due to the effect of scattered ionized nickel atoms on it. The mineral is valued for its uniformity and richness of color, for its transparency and unusual patterns on the surface. Under the microscope, considering green agate is very interesting.

In total, several varieties of green agate are distinguished. So, a translucent mineral with high hardness and a rich green color is called chrysopase. Some of its specimens may contain blue blotches - this type of stone was very fond of Alexander the Great. This unusual coloring is explained by the presence of vanadium and chromium in the composition, and the cost of chrysopase depends on the content of these elements. Valuable jewelry raw materials are emerald-colored chrysopases.

Dark green stones are called plasma. This type is rarely used in jewelry, it is often used for the manufacture of paintings, mosaic paintings, souvenirs.

Prase - This is another translucent variety of agate. It is one of the rarest. This species received a grayish tint and a less solid structure.

Absolutely opaque variety called heliotrope Differs in high density and hardness.The celadonite contained in the composition is the cause of complete opacity. By itself, this stone is dark green with red veins; they like to use it when decorating temples and churches. Moss Agate born by the layering of volcanic rocks, resulting from the diffusion of solutions through silica. Skipping many impurities, silica adds to the stone not only dark green shades, but also gray-white, cream, milky and other colors.

Green agate is a mineral that is quite common in the earth's crust. For example, chrysopases are usually obtained in Poland, Germany, Kazakhstan, Australia, America, Africa, and in the Urals. Often this variety is near nickel ores. Industrial mining of praseme is organized in the mountains of Germany, the Salzburg Alps, Scotland, Brazil, Austria, England. In Russia, it can be found in Altai and the Urals. The heliotrope is found in Uzbekistan, India, Egypt, Brazil and the Ural Mountains.

Green agate has long been considered a healing stone. It was ground into powder and medicinal medicines were made. In order for the semiprecious mineral to give its healing power to man as much as possible, he was placed in a copper frame and used as a pendant. It is believed that the stone has the following properties:

• prevents the occurrence of infection;
• contributes to maintaining a healthy weight;
• removes toxins and toxins;
• improves the functioning of the visual organs;
• reduces intoxication in case of poisoning and bites of dangerous insects and snakes;
• helps to get rid of bad habits;
• positively affects the nervous system, helps to cope with stress and depression;
• resists panic attack and protects from insomnia;
• strengthens the immune system;
• increases hemoglobin;
• contributes to the effective functioning of the genitals in women and men;
• has a beneficial effect on people with diabetes;
• reduces the frequency of epileptic seizures, reduces headache;
• protects against skin ailments.

In the world of extrasensory perception, green agate is valued for its magical properties.

In ancient Egypt, this stone was used as protection against evil spirits, and in Greece it was generally believed that it brings harmony to all human activities, improves well-being and mood, gives success and good luck. In ancient Rome, it was customary to give green agate jewelry to your beloved as a sign of eternal love. In some nations, green agate was placed on the doorstep of the house, so that he attracts goodness, warmth and good guests.

Around its owner, this magical mineral creates a positive energy, charges it with a good aura. Under the influence of magical power, people become more fortunate, successful. For example, a good mood contributes to eloquence, which is very important in many areas of activity. The stone allows you to focus on the most important things and helps to achieve your goals.

In the east, this stone is a symbol of courage and courage. And it was also believed that agate is able to protect plantings from lightning, so balls of green mineral were laid in the holes during sowing.

In jewelry, green agate is used to create unique products. Warm green shades are usually diluted with gilding, and cool tones are beautifully combined with silver. Less commonly used is white gold. There are even special rules for wearing green agate jewelry, such as:

• a gold ring and earrings with green agate will harmoniously fit into an elegant look, for example, they will beautifully complement a suit or a black dress;
• if the ring with the green stone is not made of precious metal, it is recommended to put it on the index finger;
• green agate beads are suitable for both festive attire and casual wear; They blend well with other stones;
• if you wear an agate bracelet on your left hand, it will not only look solid and feminine, but will also help its owner cope with excessive irritability and nervousness;
• silver earrings with green agate are an indicator of wealth, so they are usually worn in a circle of successful people.

Green agate is used in the design of various souvenir products, for example, when decorating caskets, dishes, vases. Even a coffee table decorated with green stones will receive a unique design. It is acceptable to combine the use of agate with other minerals. Thus, the magical properties of green agate can be enhanced by combining it with mother of pearl.

Many parents give a green stone to their children. This item can improve physical health and mental development. Under the influence of the mineral, the child becomes more focused, attentive, inquisitive, he seeks to know the world of literature and art, is passionate about intellectual games. But do not constantly use the protection of agate, the stone should be given periodic rest.

Forge green agate is rare, especially since it has a not very high price. Sometimes on the market you can find analogs made of plastic. You can distinguish them in a tactile way. Natural agate is cold, it heats up in the hand for a long time, and its plastic imitation has a warm surface. And you can also distinguish a natural product from a fake with a knife. To scratch a real stone with a blade, you need to try very hard, and leaving a defect on a plastic analog is not difficult at all.

The amazing energy and healing power of this stone makes it useful for the following people:

• employees of professions related to communication with people - green agate will create energy protection against negative thoughts of others;
• for those who, according to their occupation, it is important to present a project of teachers, lecturers, sales representatives, managers, advertisers - it is very important for people in these professions to have the gift of eloquence, green agate will improve this quality;
• agate is also useful for those who work in oriental practices, for example, yoga instructors - the mineral has a beneficial effect on the development of the gift of clairvoyance, cleanses from bad thoughts, and allows you to achieve a sense of peace and peace;
• a stone will help unmarried ladies make a choice in favor of the right one, and those women who are already married will become softer and more feminine, which will positively affect relations in the family and energy at home;
• it is useful to wear agate jewelry for people who are too susceptible to any changes, emotionally unstable, worry about every occasion; the stone will help you pull yourself together, ignore minor failures, and calm the nervous system.

As you know, when choosing jewelry, you should turn to the world of astrology for help. So, green agate is not suitable for all signs of the zodiac. For example, astrologers do not recommend wearing this mineral to Aries and Sagittarius, since he will bring unnecessary fuss into their lives, make him nervous.

Capricorn it is better to choose agates in cold and dark green shades.Such instances are able to protect representatives of these zodiac signs from the influence of energy vampires. Lions the stone will help restore strength and make you look at different life situations correctly. Virginwho wear green agate, may not worry about the atmosphere in their family, it will always be warm and cozy. The stone also has a good effect on family relationships. Scorpions, Crayfish and Libra. Pisces green agate brings good luck, supports health, allows you to maintain internal balance. Aquarius, prone to a sudden explosion of emotions, can use the mineral to maintain peace of mind and positive thoughts.

Protecting its owner from negativity, the mineral quickly absorbs bad energy, so every night it needs to be rinsed in water and laid in place. In case of contamination, the surface of the stone is recommended to be cleaned with a soft cloth dampened in detergent. It is important to protect the amulet from falling and often thank it for protection and help so that it does not lose its magical power for as long as possible.

In the next video, you can watch the charm of green agate in jewelry.