Intricate patterns

This Warring States Carnelian red and yellow silk banded Agate weighs 71g. Warring States Carnelian Agate is highly prized. 

The stones are sourced from Liaoning province in China. They are not antique stones from the Warring States period (475 – 221 BC). They are named for the resemblance to a material found in tombs of that period. It has a strong red orangey colour, with intricate patterns.

Agate is a type of Chalcedony, which is a group of cryptocrystalline quartz minerals that form in masses. It may be opaque or translucent, depending on various inclusions. Agate carries a quiet energy that works on the subtle bodies, which is great for achieving stability and balance in your life. Agates tend to work behind the scenes on the cause, instead of the symptom, of an issue. Agate is believed to improve mental functions and can help where issues of clarity and stability are concerned. Agate is also helpful in overcoming negative emotions by bringing love into the chakras. Although they work very slowly and deliberately, this gentle nature of Agate helps them to have a lasting impact.

Chakra: Root, Sacral

Colour: red, yellow

Emotional: assurance, self confidence

Mental/intellectual: clarity, concentration, courage, positive thinking

Spiritual: prosperity, protection

Astrology: Aries

Number: 7

Birthstone: May

Crystal system: tetragonal

Location: China

Rarity: rare

Mineral Class: silicates