Lace agate

Laguna lace agate (Czech "lace agate") is the most prized lace agate in the world . It is known for its extremely beautiful pattern and vibrant shades of color from gray to green and brown to red and red. Laguna Agate is mined in the only area in the world, covering roughly 6 square kilometers in a remote mountain range in the state of Chihuahua, Mexico.

Laguna lace agate is a striated variety of chalcedony from the quartz mineral family. Although it has a predominant scarlet color, its layers can contain shades of dark red, milky white, yellow, gold, light green and brown. The name agate comes from the name of the river Achetes in Sicily , where agates were first found. Laguna lace agate is usually striated in layers, some varieties have "eyes" or dots of color, some have petrified inclusions. Agate is sometimes called the "Rainbow of the Earth " because concentric bands of agates form in almost every color found on Earth, including the colorless form.

Historically, agate has been discovered as artifacts of Neolithic people and has been used as a healing amulet since time immemorial. Its use for jewelry purposes dates back to the period of ancient Babylon. Its use as a healing stone continued through the ancient Greek and Egyptian civilizations, then spread from Africa and the Middle East through Europe to Russia

Properties: Traditionally, for metaphysicians, agate has a lower energy intensity and vibrates at a lower frequency than other stones, but is highly valued for its stabilizing influence and enhancing physical condition. Fiery agates such as Laguna lace agate provide a stable, pulsating energy that stimulates the zest for life. Laguna lace agate awakens the lower chakras and ignites the inner fire of life force, creativity and sexuality. 

According to folk traditions, Laguna lace agate is a great stone that is said to help stimulate sexual and physical energies, promote inner stability, balance, and maturity. It is also said that its warm, protective qualities promote security and self-confidence, and that this agate promotes marital fidelity.

Agate in traditions also stimulates the imagination and inspiration of writers and artists , and is supposed to have the power of weaving complex themes into a work of art. It is a stone of connection and coordination, so it is of great benefit to educators, counselors and professional coordinators.

Agate has been used for centuries as a protective amulet when traveling.