Zebra Agate Specimen 8.5 x 3.5"

Zebra Agate 8.5 x 3.5" is  a unique and impressive display piece due to its size and the striking banded pattern; perfect addition to any home or office décor. Specimen measures 8 x 3.5 x 2 inches. Weight is 2.8 lbs.

Zebra Agate is a type of banded chalcedony, a mineral in the quartz family, with alternating white and black or dark and light bands. Agate is a variety of chalcedony, which is a mineral of the quartz family. It is typically found in shades of white, gray, or black and is known for its banded patterns. Zebra Agate is a specific type of agate that has distinct white and black banding, resembling the stripes of a zebra.

Zebra Agate is believed to have grounding and stabilizing energy that can help to balance emotions and promote inner peace. It is also said to be a protective stone, shielding the user from negative energy of all kinds. It is also said to help with the balance of yin and yang energies.

Agate is the delicately banded variety of the mineral chalcedony. Chalcedony is the microcrystalline version of quartz and has been revered as an ornamental stone for thousands of years. Coming in endless patterns and colors, agates take a high polish and offer endless hours of viewing pleasure of the intricate patterns within the stone. 

 Agate can be utilized to stimulate analytical abilities and precision. It is said to stabilize the aura, providing for a cleansing effect which acts to smooth dysfunctional energies and to both transform and eliminate negativity. It has been reported to strengthen the sight, and to promote material fidelity.

Each piece is similar, though no item at Crystal Joys is exactly the same as every item uses a unique stone that is non-fabricated.  Every item at Crystal Joys is truly "one of a kind". Slight variations in color, size and bead shape exist.