Agates

Agates are semi-precious gemstones known for their strikingly banded appearance and vibrant colors. They belong to the chalcedony family of minerals, which is a type of microcrystalline quartz. Agates typically form in cavities within volcanic rocks or ancient lava flows where silica-rich fluids deposit layers of minerals over time. Metaphysical properties in different cultures, believed to promote stability, balance, and harmony