Gemstone: Agate
Birthstone/ Zodiac Stone: Agate is the Mystical birthstone for September. It is also the birth stone for the Zodiac sign of Gemini.
Physical description:The unique color patterns and banding of this translucent stone are a wonder to behold. Agate is a form of finely grained microcrystalline Quartz.It is a hard stone, usually between 7 and 9 on the Mohs scale, and can be found in most colors of the rainbow.With entrancing ring patterns and vibrant hues, Agate truly is a genuine treasure.
Symbolic description: Agate is known for its protective qualities. It is a stone that represents strength and harmony. It creates a calming and healing effect on the owner and due to all these qualities, Agate is also known as a stone of luck and good fortune.
Origin: Agate is found across many continents, in countries such as Brazil, Afghanistan and Australia.
Purpose: As Agate is known for displaying a variety of unique patterns and colorist is most commonly used for necklaces, bracelets, beads, rings, pendants, brooches and cameos.
Gemstone: Jade
Birthstone/ Zodiac Stone: Appeals to people of water signs in the zodiac.
Physical description:Jade comes from the silicate minerals nephrite and jadeite. It is a hard opaque stone rich in calcium, magnesium, sodium and aluminum. The green color is due to iron impurities.
Symbolic description: Jade promotes wisdom, balance and peace. It relieves anxiety and alleviates fears.
Origin: Jade ornaments are rumored to have started in Ancient Korea and China. The stones modern day sources can still be found in China, as well as New Zealand and parts of Latin America.
Purpose: As Jade is a hard material it has been used for tools and knives throughout history but its most common use today is for elegant jewelry.