Sagacia's Earthy & Elegant Scenic Agate Jewelry
Scenic Agate gemstone, which is also known as picture agate, is a semi-precious variety of agate gemstone. Although any freshly mined agate won’t look beautiful on the outside, when you crack open this chalcedony variety, you find exemplifying beauty inside it. What is chalcedony specifically? Well, chalcedony is a mineral that belongs to the quartz family and it produces many earthy gemstones that are forged in the depths of the Earth. Most of these chalcedonies showcase rich tones and patterns. Although you will find tons of options while exploring sterling silver gemstone jewelry, still, scenic agate jewelry such as scenic agate bracelets is one such option that is in high demand. Let us explore more about scenic agate gemstones.
What Scenic Agate Gemstone Basically Is
Scenic agate is a captivating composition of vivid colors and weaving patterns that appear like scenic landscapes. The specialty of scenic agate jewelry is it's always one-of-a-kind because no two agates in this world are the exact same. Within the chalcedony, scenic agate has been classified as cryptocrystalline quartz, and it is found in various colors in nature, like yellow, brown, off-white, cream, etc. Scenic Agate gemstone is translucent in nature and its alluring patterns are a result of mossy inclusions. The reason for scenic agate’s captivating colors is its interaction with trace minerals like chromium, titanium, and iron during the time of its formation.
Most of the scenic agate jewelry that you will find in the market will be cut and polished into cabochons. Rarely do you find faceted agates. Only after polishing an agate do you find it showcasing the distinct patterns and colors hidden in the inside of the stone. Chemically, scenic agates are formed out of silicon dioxide. The luster of the stone can range from vitreous to greasy. On the Moh’s Scale of Mineral Hardness, the scenic agate clocks at an impressive seven, which is why it is a great stone if you want to buy tough and durable gemstone jewelry.
The specialty of scenic agates which differentiates this stone from other agates is, that it depicts natural scenery, which typically is landscapes, trees, shorelines, wheatgrass, and lakes. Remember that we told the other name of this stone, picture agate? Well, since this agate stone has inclusions that create beautiful images resembling scenes of nature, it is called picture agate.
History and Origins of Scenic Agate Stone
There are several sources all around the world from where Scenic Agate is mined. Some of the mines of Scenic Agate are located in India, Brazil, the United States, and Mexico. Back in the Neolithic Era, when humans were hunter-gatherers, they used Scenic Agate to make stone tools. Then, in the Bronze Age, when humans started experimenting with various tools made of metals, they used ornaments such as amulets made of scenic agate because they believed that the stone possessed healing properties and magical abilities.
In Germany, from the 15th century to the 19th century, there was a rise in the use of all kinds of agate jewelry, and markets were flooded with jewelers who were into cutting and polishing various agate gemstones and other semi-precious stones. During the 18th century, the famous Russian jeweler and goldsmith, Carl Faberge, brought fame to agates by selling agate jewelry alongside regal gemstone jewelry such as emerald jewelry and diamond jewelry.
Healing Properties of Scenic Agate Stone
Scenic agate is a healing stone, and you can wear scenic agate jewelry to fast-track your personal growth. Also, scenic agate jewelry not only improves your mental health but also takes care of your spiritual wellness. This stone has a renewing quality, which is why it takes your care during tough transitory phases of your life, such as entering the workforce, changing your career, and times of recovery from some serious illness, or treatment program.
Other than personal growth, scenic agate is good for women when they have troubles related to their menses. It even fosters lactation for mothers when they breastfeed their newborn child.
Coming to relationships, scenic agate strengthens the bond between two individuals, improves trust in others, and attracts loyal people toward the user. It also promotes harmonious relationships by making you more accepting and non-judgemental.
Last but not least, if you are going out on an adventure, such as trekking, rock climbing, or mountain biking, ensure that you wear scenic agate jewelry, preferably a scenic agate bracelet, because this stone has the ability to protect its wearer from accidents and misfortunes.
Sagacia’s Scenic Agate Jewelry: Purchase This Natural Beauty to Make a Bold Statement
Searching for some unique one-of-a-kind jewelry, that is handmade and makes a bold statement? You have arrived at the right place! Purchase Sagacia’s Scenic Agate jewelry, the statement jewelry that is handmade and made in pure 925 sterling silver. Just as no two humans can have the same fingerprint, and no two tigers can have the same stripes, we guarantee that no two Scenic Agate jewelry pieces can be alike.
And if you are looking for some other agate gemstone jewelry, then no worries – you have tons of options at Sagacia - you can purchase our purple agate jewelry, moss agate jewelry, amethyst lace agate jewelry, blue lace agate jewelry, Botswana agate jewelry, or dendritic agate jewelry. Other than these, we have a huge collection of 925 sterling silver jewelry, that is made out of pure sterling silver. All the gemstones that we use in crafting our sterling silver jewelry are genuine, so rest assured – you will receive authentic sterling silver gemstone jewelry once you place an order with Sagacia Jewelry.