Description
40cm strand (approximately 48 beads) of agate round beads, each bead is approximately 8mm x 8mm.
Agate has been popular for thousands of years - it was named by the Greek philosopher Theophrastus sometime between the 4th and 3rd centuries BCE. Over the years it has been used as beads (obviously!) and ornaments and also as the main stone for hardstone carvings. Agate is a form of quartz: quartz can be split into two main groups - crystalline varieties (quartz, amethyst etc) and cryptocrystalline varieties (chalcedony, jasper, agate etc).
Agate is well known for readily taking on colour enhancements and these beads have been dyed a deep orange colour, giving them a beautiful carnelian tone. The natural banding features of the agate gemstone shine through the colour, giving a varied aspect to these beads - some beads are a strong orange colour, whilst others are a soft warm honey colour.
Agate is often used to settle the body, mind and spirit. It is said to abolish negativity and strengthen the aura. Agate is also considered to be a calming and relaxing stone, able to heal inner tension, creating a greater feeling of inner peace.
Please note that colours and sizes within semi-precious gemstones vary slightly from strand to strand.
Postage Information
RATES & PROCESSING TIMES
FREE standard Australian parcel post for orders over $150
$9.95 flat rate parcel post for all orders under $150
Express post (additional $5), Signature on Delivery ($3) and Extra Cover ($6.50) upgrades available at checkout.
Most orders placed before 1pm AEST on a business day are posted same day - orders placed after this or on a weekend/public holiday are posted the next business day.
Please note: we only post orders to Australian residential or business postal addresses. We reserve the right to charge additional shipping fees for large or heavy orders, in particular bulky items. We will contact you if this is applicable.
FREE CLICK & COLLECT
Available from two locations:- Cheltenham shop (VIC 3192) - 11am to 2pm weekdays (orders usually ready for collection within 30mins)
- Toomuc Valley warehouse (VIC 3810) - contactless 24/7 (orders can take a few days to be transferred)
