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Flower Agate
Flower Agate

Flower Agate

Flower Agate

A species of Chalcedony, Also known as Cherry Blossom Agate

Agate can come in many colors and is usually banded. Flower Agate is named after the flakes of Chalcedony that resemble floral patterns. 

Hardness
Hardness:

6.5 - 7

Density
Density:

2.55 - 2.7 g/cm³

General Info About Flower Agate

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Physical Properties of Flower Agate

Luster
Waxy, Vitreous
Diaphaneity
Translucent
Colors
Pink with white inclusions, sometimes green, blush or beige hues
Magnetism
Non-magnetic
Tenacity
Brittle
Cleavage
None
Fracture
Conchoidal, Subconchoidal
Streak
White
Crystal System
Trigonal
Hardness
6.5 - 7 , Hard
Density
2.55 - 2.7 g/cm³, Normal Weight
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Chemical Properties of Flower Agate

Chemical Classification
Silicates
Formula
SiO2
Elements listed
Si, O

Optical Properties of Flower Agate

Refractive Index
1.530-1.543
Birefringence
0.003-0.009
Pleochroism
None
Dispersion
0.013
Optical Character
Biaxial positive

Health Risk of Flower Agate

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What is the hazards of Flower Agate?

Harm Type
Physical Toxicity
Flower Agate in powdered form can be toxic due to its Crystalline Silica content.
Quartz, silica, crystalline silica and flint are non-toxic materials, but very fine dust containing quartz, known as respirable crystalline silicon (RCS), can cause serious and fatal lung disease. Lapidaries should exercise caution when cutting silica.

How to prevent the risks of Flower Agate?

Avoid long-term inhalation of its dust!
Flower Agate is typically non-toxic unless it's in powder form. Long-term exposure to finely ground powder may lead to silicosis. Therefore, when cutting or polishing flower Agate, be sure to wear a dust mask to avoid inhaling its dust.

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Rarity
Uncommon
Collection Recommendation
4.3 out of 5
Popularity
4.1
Aesthetic
4.4
Rarity
4
Sci-Cultural Value
3.9

The Market Price of Flower Agate

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Rough/Tumbled Price

Smaller Than Hand (0-1.5in)
$2 - $20
Close Hand (1.5-3in)
$20 - $50
Equal To Hand (3-6in)
$50 - $90
Bigger Than Hand (>6in)
$90

How to Care for Flower Agate?

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Durability
Durable
Scratch resistance
Good

Toughness of Flower Agate

Poor
Fair
Good
Excellent
Flower Agate has excellent toughness due to its microcrystalline structure, lacking cleavage which makes it resistant to chipping and cracking, suitable for daily use.

Stability of Flower Agate

Sensitive
Stable
Flower Agate is considered stable for daily use as it resists water, sunlight, and dry conditions well. It requires caution with heat and chemicals but overall maintains integrity under typical use scenarios.
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Characteristics of Flower Agate

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Uses of Flower Agate

Flower Agate is valued ornamentally because of its flower-like ring patterns. Because this hard mineral polishes to a lustrous shine it makes for a popular tumbled stone. It is also used for jewelry, especially as beads in necklaces and bracelets, or shaped earrings.

Healing Properties of Flower Agate

Flower Agate is considered a powerful healing stone that works on all of the chakras to balance the mind, body, and spirit. It removes negative energy and allows positive energy to flow through. It may help with the emotional healing of grief and despair and is often used during meditation to restore feelings of hope and enthusiasm.

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