With different appearances and various colours, Agate is a very stable crystal formed from microscopic crystal of quartz laid down in bands. Its name was given by Theophrastus, a Greek philosopher and naturalist, who discovered the stone along the shore line of the Achates river in Sicily. There are a lot of varieties of Agate, such as Fire Agate, Moss Agate, Crazy Lace Agate, Blue Lace Agate and the common Banded Agate. There are sources from United States, India, Morocco, Czech Republic, Brazil and Africa. We source the majority of our Agate crystals directly from Brazil.

Agate naturally comes in many different colours, although the brighter colours sometimes mean that the stone has been dyed. The ancient Romans used to dye Agate and the dying process was a secret for many years. Dyed Agate retains its healing abilities and also takes on the healing properties associated with its new dyed colour.
Agate has the power to harmonize Yin and Yang, the positive and negative forces that hold the universe in place. Not only in Yin Yang, Agate is useful in Feng Shui as well. For example, placing blue Agate is excellent Feng Shui in the East (Health) and South (Wealth) areas of your home.
Physical Healing Energy
Agate is a grounding stone, bringing about an emotional, physical and intellectual balance. It is helpful to build self-confidence. It is believed that Agate crystal is beneficial for the eyes and hollow organs, such as the stomach and uterus. It cleanses the lymphatic system and the pancreas. Besides, it could strengthen blood vessels and could heal skin disorders.

Emotional Healing Energy
This crystal overcomes negativity and bitterness of the heart. It heals inner anger, fostering love and the courage to start again. It is useful for any kind of emotional trauma. It creates a sense of safety and security by dissolving internal tension.
Looking to Buy Agate?
The Himalayan Salt Factory sources its Agate directly from the mines in Brazil. We have a large collection of colourful Agate Crystal Lamps, Agate Wind Chimes, Agate Slice Coasters and beautiful Agate Butterflies.