mineral
Blue Lace Agate
Chalcedony (SiO2) with trace inclusions
AI-generated identification · may be incorrectHardness: 6.5-7 (Mohs scale), Color: Sky blue with white/grey bands, Luster: Vitreous to waxy, Structure: Trigonal/Microcrystalline, Specific gravity: 2.60-2.65
- Hardness
- 6
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Physical properties
Hardness: 6.5-7 (Mohs scale), Color: Sky blue with white/grey bands, Luster: Vitreous to waxy, Structure: Trigonal/Microcrystalline, Specific gravity: 2.60-2.65
Formation & geological history
Formed in volcanic rock cavities through the deposition of silica-rich water over millions of years
Uses & applications
High-end jewelry, lapidary carvings, metaphysical collecting, and decorative cabochons
Geological facts
Discoveries of this specific lace pattern were primarily made in Namibia in the 1960s; it is considered one of the rarest varieties of agate
Field identification & locations
Identified by its distinctive light blue color and delicate band patterns. Primarily located in Namibia and parts of South Africa
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