mineral

Flower Agate

Silicon Dioxide (SiO2) with Plume Inclusions

Hardness: 6.5-7 (Mohs); Color: Translucent pink, peach, or grey with opaque white inclusions; Luster: Vitreous to waxy; Structure: Cryptocrystalline (Trigonal); Cleavage: None (conchoidal fracture).

Hardness: 6
Luster: Vitreous to waxy

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Physical properties

Hardness: 6.5-7 (Mohs); Color: Translucent pink, peach, or grey with opaque white inclusions; Luster: Vitreous to waxy; Structure: Cryptocrystalline (Trigonal); Cleavage: None (conchoidal fracture).

Formation & geological history

Formed through the precipitation of silica from groundwater in volcanic rock cavities (amygdules) or veins. The 'flower' inclusions represent chalcedony plumes or fossils of spherulitic growth.

Uses & applications

Primarily used in jewelry (beads, pendants), decorative home decor, and spiritual/metaphysical collecting due to its aesthetic appeal.

Geological facts

Flower Agate was relatively recently discovered in Madagascar (circa 2018). It is famous for its 3D-like 'blooming' inclusions that resemble cherry blossoms or snowflakes.

Field identification & locations

Identify by its characteristic cherry-blossom-like plumes floating in translucent chalcedony. It is almost exclusively sourced from Madagascar. In the field, look for volcanic host rocks containing nodules with orbicular patterns.

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