Strand of beads, semi-precious stone, BANDED PURPLE AGATE, round, 10 mm, ~38 pieces

Round beads made from BANDED AGATE, dyed in indigo-purple tones, with a powerful, stimulating effect that enhances creative emotional expression.

Lace Agate is often associated with the vibrant swirl of colorful ruffles worn by Mexican dancers. Also known as "crazy lace" or "crazy agate," it is worn by those who love joy and celebration. This stone lifts the spirit and encourages optimism. Its elegant design, featuring random lace patterns, creates a circular energy flow that stimulates both the mind and mood. It is also called the "stone of laughter," as laughter is the natural companion of a sharp mind and a good mood. For those suffering from emotional pain, lace agate can help ease the situation by aiding in acceptance. There is also a belief that placing lace agate under a spiderweb will attract happy moments in love. Dyeing: Agate is a porous mineral that easily absorbs various pigments. The individual layers of the stone have different absorbent capacities due to their distinct composition and structure. Another ability of agate is its capacity to change color when heated, creating vast opportunities for creative expression. Today, there is an entire industry dedicated to producing chemically dyed stones. The art of dyeing agate was known as far back as Roman times. It is a durable and irreversible process, widely accepted as a standard practice to enhance the stone’s characteristics.

AGATE - Agate impresses with its incredible variety of color combinations and patterns. Its surprising natural designs have sparked creative ideas in people from ancient times to the present day. It is widely used in the jewelry arts. Amulets, necklaces, bracelets, and rings made of agate bring a range of benefits to their wearers, such as energy protection, increased self-esteem, honesty, balance, attractiveness, luck, and success. This grounding stone can center and stabilize physical energy, thereby promoting good health. It enhances the mind and leads to practical solutions. Agate helps overcome fear and express the truth. It heals negativity, bitterness, and inner anger. It encourages love and the desire for new beginnings. Agate also stimulates creative energy and helps channel and manifest it appropriately. Worn as an amulet, it protects against bites from poisonous creatures, providing safety from toxins and enemies. Gifting agate fosters goodwill towards the giver.