Long considered a stone of prosperity, moss agate helps people to better see the big picture in their financial relationships and, indeed, illuminate their views of money, especially as it relates to issues of sharing, diversification, and the all-important maxim for success: pay yourself first. Not to be used for quick financial fixes, it's important to be patient when using agate as a personal talisman, though the closer it is kept to you, the faster it will work.

PROPERTIES: Agates are grounding stones, bringing about an emotional, physical, and intellectual balance. They aid in centering and stabilizing physical energy. Agate has the power to harmonize yin and yang, the positive and negative forces that hold the universe in place. A soothing and calming stone, Agate works slowly but brings great strength. Its multiple layers can bring hidden information to light.

A stabilizing stone strongly connected with nature, Moss Agate is said to refresh the soul and enable you to see the beauty in all you behold. It is helpful in reducing sensitivity to weather and to environmental pollutants.This stone is extremely beneficial for anyone employed in agriculture or associated with botany.

A birthing crystal, Moss Agate assists midwives in their work, lessening pain and ensuring a good delivery. It is a stone of new beginnings and release from blockages or spiritual fetters.

A stone of wealth, Moss Agate attracts abundance. Moss Agate can act with a dual purpose. It helps intellectual people access their intuitive feelings and, conversely, assists intuitive people in channeling their energy in practical ways.

Psychologically, Agate gently facilitates acceptance of one's self. This builds self-confidence. It aids self-analysis and perception of hidden circumstances, bringing to your attention any dis-ease* that is interfering with your well-being. Moss Agate improves self-esteem and strengthens positive personality traits. It releases fear and deep-seated stress. It helps to develop strength and the ability to get along with others, and encourages expanding one's personal space and growth. It strengthens the ability to try one more time, inspiring with new ideals after a period of stagnation.

Mentally, Agates enhance mental function as they improve concentration, perception, and analytical abilities, leading to practical solutions. Agate's love of truthfulness encourages speaking one's own truth. Moss Agate promotes self-expression and communication. It balances the emotions, reducing stress and lessening fear. It encourages trust and hope, being a highly optimistic stone. It is helpful for anyone suffering from depression through life circumstances or brain imbalances. No matter how difficult those circumstances may be, Moss Agate gives insight into the reason behind them.

Emotionally, this crystal overcomes negativity and bitterness of the heart. It heals inner anger, fostering love and the courage to start again. It is useful for any kind of emotional trauma. It creates a sense of safety and security by dissolving internal tension.

Spiritually, Agate raises consciousness and links into collective consciousness and awareness of the oneness of life. It encourages quiet contemplation and assimilation of life experiences, leading to spiritual growth and inner stability. HEALING: Agate stabilizes the aura*, eliminating and transforming negative energies. Its cleansing effect is powerful at the physical and emotional levels. Placed on the heart, it will heal the emotional dis-ease that prevents acceptance of love. Moss Agate speeds up recovery. It can be used to counteract long-term illness. It is anti-inflammatory, cleanses the circulatory and elimination systems, encouraging the flow of lymph, and boosts the immune system. Moss Agate eliminates depression caused by left—right brain imbalance. It helps prevent hypoglycemia and dehydration, treats infections, colds and flu, and lowers fevers. It is anti-inflammatory and reduces swelling in lymph nodes. It heals the eyes, stomach, and uterus: it cleanses the lymphatic system and the pancreas: it strengthens blood vessels and heals skin disorders.

POSITION: Place or hold on the appropriate point in contact with the skin.
Placed on the abdomen or taken as an elixir, Agate stimulates the digestive process and relieves gastritis.

As an elixir applied to the skin, Moss Agate treats fungal and skin infections.