Ranges from transparent to opaque. Varieties include Blue, Blue Lace, Crazy Lace, Green, Indian, Moss, Tree, and Wood. Many fossils are agatized material where the original organic substance has been replaced by agate while retaining the original structure. Cuts well and is a good gem material. Agate guards against danger.
Wearers become temperate, continent and cautious.
Said by the ancients to render the wearer invisible. Bind an Agate to each horn of your oxen to insure a good harvest. Be warned, however, that if the ancients were correct, it may be difficult to find your oxen again. Agate brings stability to your life. Agate is cooling stone, it reduces fever, quenches thirst, quiets the pulse and heart throbs and insures good health and a long and prosperous life.