The Magickal Uses of Agate

Agate has always been my protection stone of choice but it also has other important magickal properties. It promotes good health, a sense of well being, strength and has grounding properties. It can also be used for mental clarity and good luck. When children wear this stone it helps them stay out of trouble, increases their learning capability and protects them from falling or getting hurt. Carry a piece in your luggage for protection when traveling.

When wearing agate it will help stabilize your aura. It neutralizes negative energy surrounding you. In relationships agate is used to help decrease senseless fighting and creates harmony between friends or couples. You can place a piece of it in your office or in a place that is stressful to you. Agate is the gemstone used to represent the 12th year of marriage.

Place agate in water and let it sit for 30 minutes then drink the water. The water will now help ward off illness and prevent it. You can place the stone around your bathtub or shower when you're sick to speed recovery.

Agate is the stone most often used to represent the Earth element. It strengthens your connection to the Earth when wearing it. Shamans used to use it to help bring rain, control the thunder and manipulate the other forces of the Earth. The other earliest uses of agate were to make weapons and axe heads.
In ancient Rome agate was used to make bowls, jewelry and other items. It was a highly desired stone and we now have many artifacts to prove how much it was liked back then.

The different types of agate will have different properties attached to them. Agates with bands in them help to provide extra courage and strength. White and Black agates provide protection when traveling. Moss agate is not actually an agate but it still contains the same properties. It is perfect for stabilizing your spiritual and emotional energy. The moss agate is a variety of chalcedony and is not concentrically banded like other agates. Agate in general also helps reduce stress and promote strength.

If you chose to purchase agate make sure you don't let it sit in the sun. Agate will fade over time when exposed to the sun. Do not expose it to extreme temperatures either. Clean the stone with simple soap and water. Dish washing liquid such as Dawn with no bleach works well.