2.4" Natural Polished Red Silk Banded Agate Chalcedony Mineral Specimen

Location: Madagascar

Weight: 1.6 Ounces

Dimensions: 2.4 Inches Long, 1.5 Inches Wide, 0.6 Inches Thick 

The item pictured is the one you will receive.  

Agate is a dazzling name for many types of banded Chalcedony, a Quartz family gem. Named after Sicily’s Achates River, where it first appeared, agate shows off layers or stripes, sometimes sporting "eye" spots, colorful specks, fossil surprises, or being boldly solid. Known as the Earth’s rainbow, its swirling bands come in nearly every color the planet can dream up—even clear!

Agate’s fascinating history dates back to Neolithic times, where it was found alongside ancient artifacts and valued as both healing amulets and decorative items since Babylon. Its use for wellness extended through Greek and Egyptian civilizations, reaching across Africa, the Middle East, and into Russia. This remarkable mineral also ignited a renowned stone-cutting and polishing industry in Germany from the 15th to the 19th century—a legacy that continues today. Owning agate means connecting with a timeless tradition of beauty and healing.