Crystal Database

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Multi Banded Agate

Agate is a variety of Chalcedony, which is a variety of microcrystalline fibrous Quartz. The colour is due to minute quantities of various elements; and the banding is due to the gradual cooling of the silica. Specimens are cut and polished to create stunning examples.

Multi Banded Agate is distinguished by black and white bands.

Metaphysical Properties

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Multi Banded Agate is excellent for grounding and centring.

Multi Banded Agate is useful for protection and to assist with insomnia and unpleasant dreams.

Photo: Multi Banded Agate

Crystal Healing Uses

Multi Banded Agate is useful in disorders of the small intestines and for dissipating pain an all levels.

Colour:

black and white bands

Photo: Multi Banded Agate

Class:

Silicate, microcrystalline

Group:

Hexagonal

Formations:

nodes in volcanic rock, banded masses and geodes

Localities:

Worldwide

Chemical Composition:

SiO₂

Hardness:

6.5 to 7

Lustre:

vitreous, transparent to opaque

Cleavage:

none

Varieties:

Agates are a variety of Chalcedony, which is a fibrous variety of Quartz. There are many varieties of Agate, classified by the banding and colour.

Disclaimer:

All crystal healing uses, magical uses and metaphysical definitions are provided as a means of education, and do not imply a guarantee of effect.  Those suffering from illness should consult with their General Practitioner in the first instance. Crystal healing is a holistic complementary healthcare practice and should be carried out by a suitably qualified crystal healing practitioner.