Well polished Red Agate - very small pieces (from China)

120 gram Lot (0.26 pound = 4.2 ounce)

About 66 to 140 pieces in one lot

Weight per piece: 0.5 to 2.0 gram (2.5 to 10 carat)

Sizes:  5x6x7 mm to 7x9x16 mm (0.2x0.2x0.3 to 0.3x0.4x0.6 inch)

The pictures in the listing are just for reference as we are selling multiple lots with same pictures.

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Agate

Agate is a variety of chalcedony which is a microcrystalline quartz. Agate is a more translucent microcrystalline quartz and technically is striped, though many stones named agates are not striped, whereas jasper is more opaque. There are many, many different types of agates in many different color combinations, and they are found all over the world. Different types are known for different appearances and/or properties.

Agate is noted in the metaphysical world to be a good protective energy stone, especially for children, and very calming and soothing. It is also said to help strengthen the body's connection to the earth. It is reported to mystically give courage, energy, strength, and dispels fears, all of which increase self-confidence. It is said to lessen feelings of envy by grounding the emotions. Agate is also used in crystal emotional healing for resolving bitterness and resentments. It is also called and believed to be a stone of harmony. These two factors makes it a stone that's said to help improve and harmonize relationships. Also, by bringing the elements of one's being into harmony it greatly enhances healing. Agate also enhances creativity and stimulates the intellect. Agate is considered a stone that brings good luck. It works with chakras according to stone color. Agate is said to help with issues of the teeth and gums.