Blue Lace Agate
Blue lace agate exhibits delicate bands of light blue striped with darker azure lines. It forms in masses of cryptocrystalline quartz showing a waxy to vitreous luster. The pale blue coloring comes from trace amounts of iron within the mineral. It has a trigonal crystal system.
Blue lace agate is known as the stone of peaceful communication. It enhances verbal expression and articulation of thoughts and feelings. Blue lace agate also promotes tranquility, relaxation and hope. Its soothing energy calms angry outbursts and reduces anxiety.
In crystal healing, blue lace agate relieves sore throats, laryngitis and thyroid problems. It calms panic attacks, insomnia and hyperactivity in children. Blue lace agate also reduces joint inflammation and arthritic pain. It counteracts infection and benefits the nervous system.