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Carved lavender chalcedony (likely agate) animal figurine

Microcrystalline quartz, SiO₂; probable chalcedony or pale lavender agate

AI-generated identification · may be incorrect

Translucent pale lavender material with waxy-to-glassy luster and carved, polished surfaces; quartz hardness is about Mohs 7, with no visible cleavage and a cryptocrystalline structure. The uniform color and shape indicate a processed specimen rather than a natural crystal.

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At a glance

Common name: Carved lavender chalcedony (likely agate) animal figurine
Scientific name: Microcrystalline quartz, SiO₂; probable chalcedony or pale lavender agate
Category: gemstone
Identified: August 9, 2026
Method: Standard

AI Estimated Value

Approximately $10–$60 for a small mass-market carving; $75–$300+ for larger, finely carved, highly translucent, or documented material.

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Physical properties

Formation & geological history

Chalcedony forms when silica-rich groundwater fills cavities and fractures, commonly in volcanic rocks; agate varieties develop subtle banding during episodic deposition. Formation ages vary widely, commonly from Paleozoic to Cenozoic depending on locality.

Uses & applications

Used for carvings, ornaments, cabochons, beads, and decorative collectibles; value is primarily determined by craftsmanship, translucency, color, and provenance.

Geological facts

Lavender chalcedony is often marketed under trade names such as lavender agate or lavender quartz, although “lavender quartz” may refer to several pale-purple silica materials.

Field identification & locations

Identify by its cool, stone-like feel, glassy/waxy polish, high scratch resistance, and lack of bubbles; glass imitations may show bubbles and scratch more easily. Common sources include Brazil, Uruguay, Madagascar, India, and Mexico.