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Fire Agate
Color: include yellow, green, pink, red, brown and colorless
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Trigonal |
Composition:
Silicon dioxide |
Hardness: 7 |
Fire agate belongs to the chalcedony family of
microcrystalline quartzes. These are either solid-colored stones, or
have bands or moss like or dendritic inclusions(agates). The distinctive
iridescent colors of fire agate are caused by layers of iron oxide
within the quartz. This rainbow effect may be brought out by cutting a
cabochon.
Occurrence: Fire agate is found in
Arizona(USA) and Mexico.
Remark: Iris quarts has a similar
iridescent, but this is caused by internal cracks.
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Metaphysical:
Fire Agate is known for its healing qualities as well as its connection
to the energies of the earth. It promotes and enhances energy, including
meditation, ritual, and spiritual healing energies. It may also be
beneficial in healing problems with the stomach and endocrine system. It
can also heighten creative visualization. It strengthens the ability and
will to manifest one's life purpose on the earth plane. Promotes energy
and strength, especially while healing. Will help one discover the truth
in a matter and to aid in accepting ones fate. |
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Keywords:
Courage, Fire. |
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