Lake Superior Agate is exclusive to the Lake Superior beaches of the United States and Canada. This type of agate is believed to be a billion years old, making it the oldest of its kind. It is known as a transformative stone that will help you to feel safe in times of change.
The Agate Family
Agates are grounding stones. They assist in bringing about emotional, physical and mental balance. They harmonize Yin/Yang and positive/negative energies, soothe and bring clarity and concentration to all situations. Agates heal emotional trauma providing that sense of safety and security by dissolving tension.
Agate improves your energy and confidence. It gently shows you the truth of situations. This stone helps with emotional balance, offering courage, balance, endurance to body, mind, spirit. It smooths and stabilizes the aura and helps precision of inner sight. Agate helps you to get in touch with your inner self. It transmutes dark emotions, such as jealousy, bitterness, and resentment, and promotes self-acceptance and forgiveness.
Historical Folklore
In ancient Mesopotamia, agate stones were engraved with seals. These were symbols of power and authority.
Ancient Romans used these stones to create mortar and pestles to grind their medicines.
Legends state that eagles carry pieces of agate to their nest to protect their young.
Agate is associated with Archangel Michael.
Several Native American peoples used Lake Superior Agate as a powerful healer stone. They were often the base for protective elixirs.
Geology
Agates are semi-precious gemstones and are a variegated form of chalcedony. There are thousands of types of agate. Lake Superior Agate is exclusive to the shores of Lake Superior. They are iron-stained and can be found in various shades of brown, red, and yellow.
Chakra Association
While chakra support varies according to color and type, Agates can generally stabilize and cleanse all the chakras. Lake Superior Agate is a root chakra stone.
Astrological Association
Different types of Lace Agate are associated with various different astrological signs. Lake Superior Agate is associated with Cancer, Pisces, and Scorpio.
Health Folklore
Different types of Lace Agate have varying healing abilities. These stones generally increase mental processes, allowing one to calm themselves and feel safe. Lake Superior Agate is also believed to aid ailments of the chest and its related organs.
Disclaimer: Crystal meanings and spiritual healing lore are not a prescription, diagnosis or healthcare information. They are presented as spiritual supports to healing and other life issues. See a doctor or licensed medical practitioner for all health issues.
Lake Superior Agate at Crystal Life
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