Natural Blue Agate Mala 108 Beads Gemstone Necklace Jewelry Yoga Meditation Japamala For Men Women Gifts Manufacturer supplier Exporter Wholesaler from Jaipur, Rajasthan, India Blue Agate History The Achates River in modern-day Sicily is whence agate derives its name. It was there that the stone was found, possibly between 400 and 300 B.C. by a Greek naturalist. Agate, particularly South American agate, is frequently greyish in nature. Such many other agate varieties, blue agate's color is most frequently produced by dyeing, while certain varieties, like "Holley blue agate" and blue lace agate, are naturally colored (see our Gem Note for blue lace agate). Although the Romans were aware of the skill of dyeing, Idar-Oberstein, Germany, one of the most significant locations for cutting and dyeing, has been perfecting the art of dying agate since the early 16th century. Blue Agate Metaphysical Properties Although it is not a customary birthstone for a birth month, agate is the birthstone for the Gemini zodiac sign. The color blue is linked to loyalty, truth, and dependability. Since the time of ancient Greece's Golden Age, its value for healing has been acknowledged. Ancient Indian and Chinese cultures held it in high regard. Blue stones are now used by color healers to identify and cure issues with the throat. Additionally, blue light has historically been linked to poise and tranquilly. Even the phrase "feeling blue" derives from the cold, relaxing qualities of blue. It makes sense why those who "love blue" are attractive to even those who don't.