BOTSWANA AGATE

Botswana Agate is famed for its history, scarcity, and beauty. These stones are mostly found in the Bobonong district of Botswana, for which they are named. This specific variety of quartz is composed of parallel, undulating, and concentric banded formations of white, black, gray, and occasional touches of pink or salmon hues. A distinct feature of Botswana Agate can be attributed to its subtle chromatic gradation, which beautifully blends the banded color variations together and accentuates its aesthetic and appeal.

BOTSWANA AGATE HISTORY

Over 5000 years ago, the Phoenicians, Assyrians, and Sumerians hand carved these types of banded agate to create ornamental sculptures and talismans of protection and good fortune. A little later, in ancient Egypt, Botswana agate amulets took the form of sacred scarabs, symbolizing longevity and strength. While in certain parts of Africa, specifically the regions surrounding modern day Botswana, these agate variations were favored in fertility rituals, and was said to aid in the conception and assurance of healthy offspring. There is archeological evidence to suggest its regular uses within certain civilizations of the Middle East, as well; where the people there were particularly drawn to Botswana agates banded formation, which sometimes takes on the appearance of an eye. Believing in their protective power against harmful influences and injury, these tokens were offered to the gods in order to seek protection and culminate healthy crop growth.

BOTSWANA AGATE METAPHYSICS

Metaphysically, Botswana Agate is said to help in the process of spiritual growth and enlightenment, while creating a safe space in your life for patience and perseverance. While historically, it has been used as a powerful stone of protection and stability. Being a stone of the root and sacral chakras, it is a great facilitator of grounding and foundational energy, bringing its wearer the necessary stability to create personal change and well-being. Physically, agate is said to strengthen blood vessels and aid in the consistency of healthy blood flow throughout the body. It is also said to aid the body in digestive process and gastritis, as well as help maintain healthy function of the lymphatic system and pancreas.