Moss Agate

Moss Agate (also called mocha stone) is a semi-precious gemstone formed from silicon dioxide. This mineral is commonly found in limestone and granite. It is a form of agate, which includes minerals of a green color embedded in the chalcedony, forming filaments and other patterns suggestive of moss. It also sometimes resembles blue cheese. The field is a clear or milky-white quartz, and the included minerals are mainly oxides of manganese or iron. Moss Agate is of the white variety with green inclusions that resemble moss. It occurs in many locations. The colors are formed due to trace amounts of metal present as an impurity, such as chrome or iron. The metals can make different colors depending on their valence.

Despite its name, Moss Agate does not contain organic matter and is usually formed from weathered volcanic rocks.

Montana Moss Agate is an Agate found in the alluvial gravels of the Yellowstone River and its tributaries between Sidney and Billings, Montana. The Agate originally was formed in the Yellowstone National Park area of Wyoming as a result of volcanic activity. In Montana moss agate the red color is the result of iron oxide and the black color is the result of manganese oxide.

Moss Agate is one of the most powerful stones belonging to the Agate family. This stone is said to be the stone of new beginnings and seems to have got its name from the green patches of color, which resemble moss growing on a rock.

This stone has a Hardness rating of 6.5 to 7.

This gemstone is found in green, blue, red, yellow or brown colors. Moss Agate is also referred to as ‘mocha stone’.

This stone is associated with the Zodiac signs of Virgo and Aquarius. This is also the wedding anniversary gem associated with the 14^th year of Marriage. This is a positive energy stone and enhances concentration, persistence, communication, endurance, optimism, self-esteem; self-confidence, etc.

 

Moss Agate is associated with the heart chakra and helps in balancing emotional energy and enables the user to let go of anger and bitterness. It also enables to release fear and stress.

When used in jewelry the Moss Agate is believed to bring the wearer health, friends and riches. The pendants and rings made with this stone are extremely popular in jewelry. Moss Agates are used to treat depression, speed up recovery, counteract long-term illnesses and cleanse the circulatory and elimination systems.

Moss Agate is an earth stone and strongly connected to nature. Wearing or carrying this stone while traveling or walking around helps to open your eyes to the beauty around you. This is a very good stone for gardeners and agriculturists.

Moss Agate strengthens in times of stress.  It is helpful in relieving sensitivities to weather and pollution. Midwives use it to assist in successful birthing. It is used to speed up recovery, counteract long-term illnesses, cleanse the circulatory and elimination systems.