Crazy Lace Agate Polished Piece Rock Stone Mexico #1

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Crazy Lace Agate Polished Piece Rock Stone Thisis a piece of Crazy Lace Agate came from Mexico. One face has been sliced and polished. The rest left rough. The polished face has some natural vugs or openings. The piece could be recut into cabochons! Crazy Lace Agates are banded chalcedony (microcrystalline quartz) that are often infused with iron and aluminum. Creamy browns, blacks, grays and golds (and occasional pinks) swirl together creating complex patterns that make this a unique agate. Agate was highly valued as a talisman or amulet in ancient times. It was said to quench thirst and protect against fever. Persian magicians used agate to divert storms. Mithridates, king of Pontus, had a collection of thousands of agate bowls. Agate bowls were also popular in the Byzantine Empire. Collecting agate bowls became common among European royalty during the Renaissance and many museums in Europe, including the Louvre, have spectacular examples. The polished face is 4.5 inches long by 1.5 inches wide and is 2 inches thick. The piece weighs .72 lbs. It could be recut into slabs or cabochons. #1 Metaphysical Properties : Crazy Lace is said to bring calmness, which leads to good luck. Shipping terms: I am always happy to combine shipping. For accurate combined billing, please wait for my invoice! I prefer to ship Priority, but will read more