Blue Lace Agate

Colored layers of Blue Lace agate are comprised of microcrystals of quartz, a type of chalcedony. It forms in geodes within volcanic rock.

Chemical composition SiO2
Color Band of Blue, White and Gray
Lustre Vitreous to greasy
Hardness 6.5
Crystal system Trigonal - Mirocrystalline
Origin South Africa
Healing properties*

Cools and calms any areas where there is a buildup of energy in the body. Gently nurtures and soothes the emotions and settles an overactive mind. Engenders feelings of belonging to the world.
Folklore

Swedenborg saw in the agate the symbol of the spiritual love of good. Relax your eyes and calm your mind, gaze at the landscape-like patterns to help you through change.