mineral
Blue Lace Agate (Polished Pendant)
Chalcedony (SiO2)
AI-generated identification · may be incorrectHardness: 6.5-7, Color: Light blue with white banding/patterns, Luster: Vitreous to waxy, Crystal structure: Cryptocrystalline
- Hardness
- 6
- Luster
- Vitreous to waxy, Crystal structure: Cryptocrystalline
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Physical properties
Hardness: 6.5-7, Color: Light blue with white banding/patterns, Luster: Vitreous to waxy, Crystal structure: Cryptocrystalline
Formation & geological history
Formed in cavities of volcanic rocks through the deposition of silica-rich fluids over time.
Uses & applications
Used primarily in jewelry and ornamental carvings.
Geological facts
Agate is a banded form of chalcedony. The light blue color and delicate banding give blue lace agate its name.
Field identification & locations
Identified by its distinctive light blue color and white banding. Commonly sourced from Namibia and South Africa.
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