Silver Brooch, White Banded Agate Oval Stone in Silver Flower Frame, Vintage

Silver tone brooch w/White & Gray Oval Banded Agate Stone in silver tone flower frame. Prong set. No marks, stamps or signatures. Agate has been found in variety of ancient Greek contexts, such as Mycenaean Jewelry & warriors’ seal stones. Hardy & often spectacularly colored & polished to high shine, long been valued for decorative purposes. Formed in alternating layers that produce distinctive banding effect, many varieties worldwide. Ancient gemstone prized for millennia. Carved into beads, cabochons, sculptures & functional art like paperweights. Porous nature makes ideal for dying, enhancing beauty. Collectors & jewelry makers value this versatile material. Used since ancient times in many cultures & has been extremely valued. Numerous varieties & each associated w/different beliefs, although generally used as protection against evil. Used to ward off fears, insecurities, envy & jealousy. Grounding stone w/many different healing effects, depending on color. Used during meditation it may enhance spiritual awareness & stimulate psychic abilities. Along w/awareness comes self truth, building of self-esteem & confidence. Commonly associated w/Crown chakra, hold against top of head to invoke properties. Can place under pillow or on nightstand to help w/sleep. Credited w/soothing, calming, peaceful energy w/ability to balance energies & emotions & dispel negativity. Please be sure to look at pictures closely as they are part of the description. Inventory #BRO11 Gray/White Agate