Fire Agate Crystal / Stone Meaning, Properties & Benefits

Physical Properties of Fire Agate Stone / Crystal
Chemical Formula:	SiO2
Chemical Composition:	Silicon Dioxide
Crystal System:	Trigonal, monoclinic
Lustre:	Waxy, vitreous, dull, greasy, silky
Transparency:	Translucent
Colour:	Blue, Yellow, Red
Streak:	White
Hardness:	6.5 - 7 on Mohs Scale
Tenacity:	Brittle
Cleavage:	Absent
Fracture:	Uneven, splintery, conchoidal
Density:	2.59 to 2.67
Refractive Index:	1.530 to 1.540

Properties of Fire Agate Stone / Crystal

The fire agate is cryptocrystalline quartz that is prized for its rainbow coloured glow that arises from within the stone. The stone is said to be formed when hot water that contain colloidal silica and iron oxide seeps into rock seams and cools to form layers. The iron oxide is what gives it its fiery look and thus the name Fire Agate.

Fire Agate Stone Healing properties

The fire agate is a stone that is associated with grounding and protectiveness. This stone was known to be the stone of truth in ancient Rome and is a great stone to be worn by people who are spiritually inclined.

This stone is said to provide the wearer with courage and protect him/her during times of need. The stone is said to calm and soothe emotions when a person is feeling agitated, scared or desolate. It is also said to reflect back the aura of threat to the source it is being projected from. One of the major uses of this stone is to amplify the natural talents of the person wearing it. Self confidence and the ability be outgoing is also boosted by this stone. The stone also increases sexual vitality.

Fire Agate Special Properties, Uses & Benefits

As the stone is a major grounding agent meaning the stone has a strong connection with the forces of the earth it creates and aura of protection around its wearer. This helps in repelling the negative energies that may be around the person or being directed at him from another source.

Fire Agate Found in Countries / Locations of World

Fire Agate gemstones / crystals are found in some of the countries of world are: Mexico, USA