{"product_id":"heart-agate-gray-lace-1-5-x-1-75","title":"Grey Agate Heart - 1.75 inch","description":"\u003cp\u003eGrey Agate Heart cut to a symmetrical lobed shape with a smooth, evenly rounded body. The banding runs in loose concentric lines rather than sharp parallel stripes, and the tones stay within a narrow, muted range across the whole face. The polish is high and the stone is noticeably cool to the touch, characteristic of a dense chalcedony at this size.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAgate holds one of the longest continuous records of any decorative stone, and grey material in particular tends to be chosen for its restraint rather than for any dramatic association. It is commonly kept in a shared room, on a desk, or anywhere a piece needs to sit without drawing attention to itself. The Heart form is a frequent choice for someone not otherwise interested in crystals, since it reads first as an object and second as a stone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Properties\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePrimary Focus: Balance \u0026amp; Harmony\u003cbr\u003eSecondary Focus: Protection \u0026amp; Grounding\u003cbr\u003eChakra Association: Root, Sacral\u003cbr\u003eZodiac Sign: Gemini, Virgo\u003cbr\u003eChinese Zodiac: Tiger, Rooster\u003cbr\u003eRuling Planet: Mercury\u003cbr\u003eElements: Earth, Fire\u003cbr\u003eMohs Hardness: 7\u003cbr\u003eStone Family: Tectosilicate\u003cbr\u003eMaterial: Banded Agate\u003cbr\u003eForm: Heart\u003cbr\u003eFinish: Polished\u003cbr\u003eApproximate Size: 45 mm (1.8 inches)\u003cbr\u003eApproximate Weight: 62-67 g\u003cbr\u003eListing: Single unit\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGeological Information\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGrey Agate is a colour variety of Banded Agate rather than a separately classified stone, a chalcedony variety within the quartz family, silicon dioxide crystallising in the trigonal system at Mohs 7. Agate is a banded variety of chalcedony within the quartz family, formed through successive layers of silica deposited within a cavity over time. It is common industry practice for coloured agate to be dyed or otherwise colour-enhanced to achieve vivid, saturated tones. The grey and cream banding here comes from cyclic silica deposition with varied mineral trace content, each layer recording a separate deposition event as silica-rich hydrothermal fluids filled a cavity in the host rock. Agate is among the oldest documented gemstones in human use, named by the Greek philosopher Theophrastus after the Achates River in Sicily and worked extensively in ancient Mesopotamia, Egypt, Greece and Rome for seals, amulets and inlay. Banded agate is one of the most widely distributed minerals on Earth, with Brazil, India, the USA, Mexico and Germany all historically significant sources.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAuturaSol Standard\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEach natural stone is selected for its authenticity, geological integrity, and energetic clarity. Natural variations in colour, structure, inclusions, and surface features are inherent to geological materials and contribute to the individuality of each piece. Any known treatments, enhancements, stabilization, or man-made characteristics are clearly disclosed within the product information where applicable. Every piece is inspected and photographed to reflect its true character; however, lighting conditions, screen settings, and natural variation may cause slight differences in appearance. If you have any questions about a piece before completing your purchase, we're always here to help. Where authenticity meets beauty, we tell you exactly what you're holding.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AuturaSol","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46887968768230,"sku":"30408006-AS-I1-E10","price":19.95,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0778\/7200\/5350\/files\/10920fdf-facd-45a5-b13e-41d1be4572e9.png?v=1787150385","url":"https:\/\/auturasol.com\/products\/heart-agate-gray-lace-1-5-x-1-75","provider":"AuturaSol","version":"1.0","type":"link"}