3 blue lace agate tumble stones

**Blue Lace Agate** is a beautiful and calming variety of banded chalcedony, a type of microcrystalline quartz. Known for its delicate light blue and white banding, it resembles soft lace patterns, which gives it its name. Here’s what you should know about this gemstone:
### **Physical Properties:**
- **Color:** Soft sky blue with white or lighter blue banding.
- **Hardness:** 6.5–7 on the Mohs scale (durable but should be handled with care).
- **Transparency:** Translucent to opaque.
- **Luster:** Waxy to vitreous.
- **Origin:** Major sources include Namibia, South Africa, Brazil, India, and the USA.
### **Metaphysical & Healing Properties:**
Blue Lace Agate is highly regarded in crystal healing for its soothing and gentle energy:
- **Calming Stone:** Helps reduce stress, anxiety, and nervousness.
- **Communication:** Encourages clear, peaceful, and diplomatic speech.
- **Emotional Healing:** Supports emotional balance and releases repressed feelings.
- **Throat Chakra:** Often used to enhance truthful and compassionate communication.
- **Physical Healing:** Some believe it aids with throat issues, arthritis, and bone health.
### **Uses:**
- **Jewelry:** Commonly made into beads, pendants, and cabochons for necklaces, bracelets, and earrings.
- **Meditation & Decor:** Used as palm stones, worry stones, or decorative pieces.
- **Feng Shui:** Placed in workspaces or living areas to promote tranquility.
### **Care & Cleansing:**
- Avoid prolonged exposure to sunlight (colors may fade).
- Clean with mild soap and water; avoid harsh chemicals.
- Recharge its energy by placing it on selenite, in moonlight, or with sound cleansing.
### **Interesting Facts:**
- Unlike many agates, Blue Lace Agate is prized for its pastel hues rather than bold colors.
- It was first discovered in Namibia in the 1960s and remains a sought-after stone for collectors.