Black Agate

Zodiacs: Capricorn, Gemini, Virgo

Chakra: All, but Primarily Root

Element: Earth

Planetary Association: Moon

Number Vibration: 7

Known as the Stone of New Beginnings, Change & Transition, this is a great addition to anyone’s spiritual toolbox. In Ancient Mesopotamia, Black Agate was a symbol of power and authority and legend has it that Eagles carry Agate to their nests to protect their young.

While Black Agate can stabilize and cleanse your Chakra System, it primarily works in the Root Chakra focusing on safety, stability and steadfastness in the face of chaos. Those who are stuck in grief and bereavement can use this stone to bring more peace and inner strength to move through the process with a little more ease and grace. This crystal helps to release emotional traumas, anger, anxiety and resentment as well as keeping the peace in stressful environments (including your home and workplace). If you are in the process of setting new boundaries, you can use Black Agate to stay strong and to practice “tough love.” This power packed stone also assists in seeing the truth of a situation and aids in making more practical decisions by calming your emotional state.