Agate is a stone of strength. It was used by the Ancients on the breastplates of armor to give warriors strength and make them victorious in battle.

Agate enhances creativity and strengthens the intellect, making it a beneficial stone for both students and artists. It is also known as a good luck stone.

As a stone of harmony, one of the things agate does is balance yin/yang energy. Agate increases energy.

Agate is a protective stone. Its qualities make agate superior for easing anxiety and stress. Particularly when placed on the Solar Plexus (3rd) Chakra, it can help one to accept one's emotions. It is also considered by many to be an excellent stone for helping to heal and improve relationships.

Agate is particularly helpful with tooth and gum issues, stomach problems, physical endurance, insomnia.

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