Power, pregnancy and petunias

Moss agate is one of the many variations of agate, which is an impure microcrystalline form of quartz. Moss agate is a banded chalcedony which has inclusions of green minerals. That is where this particular gemstone gets its name, in reference to the green color of moss.

Some moss agate also has gray and milky-white coloring but its most popular forms come in sea and forest green colors. Agate is one of the oldest stones in recorded history and there is also no shortage of candles on moss agate’s birthday cake either.

Coincidentally, moss agate is believed by some to have something to do with birthdays.

Some of the moss agate beads available at Brightlings Beads

Without births, there would be no birthdays. And without moss agate, some women may not have experienced a successful pregnancy. Moss agate is said to be a 'birthing crystal' that helps women throughout their pregnancies.

Midwives have used moss agate during deliveries to help reduce pain. Moss agate has also been used by women after they have delivered to help with their recovery.

Today, moss agate bracelets have come to be known as fertility bracelets. They can be seen dangling from the wrists of women hoping to get pregnant. They are also worn by pregnant women hoping for a successful pregnancy. Moss agate necklaces serve the same purpose and have become more than just a fashionable accessory.

The reason behind moss agate being the birthing stone is due to its powerful connection with nature and its ability to refresh the soul.

Moss agate is known in other circles as the ‘gardeners stone.’ Similar to the way women are trying to conceive a child, gardeners are trying cultivate healthy and plentiful crops. Some people will even  bury moss agate in the four corners of their gardens or hang them from nearby trees.

Now, pregnant women and farmers aren’t likely to shop at the same clothing stores but they could find themselves shopping for the same gemstones. Whether you wear moss agate beads with a maternity dress or with a pair of overalls, there is more to these beads than just fashion.

Shopping for moss agate is made easy at Brightlings Beads. You won’t have to travel to the faraway places where moss agate is found. India, Brazil, China and Australia are home to moss agate in its natural state as is the northwestern region of the United States.

There are many different kinds of agate such as crazy lace agate, tree agate and blue lace agate to name a few. But moss agate is believed to be the most powerful of all the agates. In ancient times, it was called the ‘warriors stone’ because it was believed to relieve pain and release fear.

So whether you are looking for power, pregnancy or petunias, moss agate beads may be able to help while also providing you with a sleek new look.