Locality: Mozambique, Africa
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Color: Mozambique agate typically displays a range of earthy tones including various shades of red, orange, yellow, brown, and sometimes gray or white. These colors often occur in bands or swirls, creating intricate patterns.
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Hardness: Agate is a variety of chalcedony, which is a type of quartz, and it has a hardness of 6.5 to 7 on the Mohs scale. This makes it relatively durable and suitable for use in jewelry and decorative items.
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Clarity: Mozambique agate is typically translucent to opaque, depending on its composition. Some specimens may have areas of greater clarity, allowing light to pass through more easily.
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Luster: The luster of Mozambique agate is usually waxy to vitreous (glassy) when polished. This characteristic gives it a smooth, shiny appearance when cut and polished.
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Density: The density of agate can vary depending on its specific composition and any impurities present. On average, it has a density ranging from 2.58 to 2.64 grams per cubic centimeter.
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Metaphysical Properties: Mozambique agate is thought to help balance emotions and promote a sense of stability and inner peace. It may be used to soothe anxiety, stress, and emotional turmoil.
Photos have not been edited or altered, just taken in different daylight conditions to show the variation in color. Pieces are held in hand to help with scale and does not necessarily represent 1 pound. Specific pieces photographed may no longer be available.