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Red Moss Agate Rectangular Cabochon - 39mm

Red Moss Agate Rectangular Cabochon

The lovely red moss agate gemstone cabochon shown here is 39mm long.  It is available to be handcrafted into a custom made ring or pendant for you. 

Moss agate is not banded, and therefore not strictly an Agate in scientific terms; but is included in the agate family. Agate is a variety of chalcedony, a mineral of the quartz family. It is clear to milky white, and is dendritic, meaning it has tree or fern-like inclusions (from the Greek dendron, meaning tree). The inclusions in this piece are probably iron.

Moss agate is known as the agate of warriors, and of gardeners and agriculture. Moss agate helps balance emotional energy. It helps the user to let go of anger and bitterness. It is believed to enhance concentration, persistence, endurance and success in one’s endeavors. It is thought to assist with sensitivities to weather and pollution. Midwives use it to assist in successful birthing.

Red Moss Agate and Sterling Silver Pendant

Red Moss Agate Pendant

My gorgeous client Rosie commissioned me to make her a pendant using a red moss agate gemstone I had in my stash.

Red Moss Agate and Sterling Silver Pendant

The depth the inclusions give this stone is amazing!

Red Moss Agate and Sterling Silver Pendant

Such a gorgeous understated piece, and Rosie is always so lovely to work with. Lucky me!

Red Moss Agate Cabochon 32mm

Reserved – Red Moss Agate Oval Cabochon

The gorgeous red oval moss agate gemstone cabochon shown here is 32mm long.  It is reserved for a lovely client. 

Moss agate is dendritic, meaning it has tree or fern-like inclusions (from the Greek dendron, meaning tree). The inclusions in this piece are iron oxide.

Moss agate is known as the agate of warriors, and of gardeners and agriculture. Moss agate helps balance emotional energy. It helps the user to let go of anger and bitterness. It is believed to enhance concentration, persistence, endurance and success in one’s endeavors. It is thought to assist with sensitivities to weather and pollution. Midwives use it to assist in successful birthing.

Moss Agate Round Cabochon

Moss Agate Round Cabochon

The lovely soft green moss agate gemstone cabochon shown here is 35mm in diameter.  It is available to be handcrafted into a custom made ring or pendant for you. 

Moss agate is dendritic, meaning it has tree or fern-like inclusions (from the Greek dendron, meaning tree). The inclusions in this piece are chlorite.

Moss agate is known as the agate of warriors, and of gardeners and agriculture. Moss agate helps balance emotional energy. It helps the user to let go of anger and bitterness. It is believed to enhance concentration, persistence, endurance and success in one’s endeavors. It is thought to assist with sensitivities to weather and pollution. Midwives use it to assist in successful birthing.

Moss Agate and Sterling Silver Ring

Moss Agate and Sterling Silver Ring

Moss Agate and Sterling Silver Ring

I was contacted by a lovely person who wanted a ring made for her partner.

Moss Agate and Sterling Silver Ring

She came to visit me, and after checking out my collection of gemstones chose this piece of moss agate, which she felt would really suit her tall Nordic girlfriend.

Moss Agate and Sterling Silver Ring

I was so pleased with the way this ring turned out – it was a pleasure to create it!

Moss Agate Semicircle Cabochon

Moss Agate Semicircle Cabochon

The beautiful soft moss agate gemstone cabochon shown here is 27mm long. 

Moss agate was the agate of warriors. Moss agate helps balance emotional energy. It helps the user to let go of anger and bitterness. It is believed to enhance concentration, persistence, endurance and success in one’s endeavors. It is thought to assist with sensitivities to weather and pollution. Midwives use it to assist in successful birthing.

I used this cabochon to create this custom piece:

Moss Agate and Sterling Silver Ring

Moss Agate Cabochon

Moss Agate Oval Cabochon

The lovely soft green swirly oval moss agate gemstone cabochon shown here is 30mm long.  It is available to be handcrafted into a custom made ring or pendant for you.

Moss agate is dendritic, meaning it has tree or fern-like inclusions (from the Greek dendron, meaning tree). The inclusions in this piece are chlorite.

Moss agate is known as the agate of warriors, and of gardeners and agriculture. Moss agate helps balance emotional energy. It helps the user to let go of anger and bitterness. It is believed to enhance concentration, persistence, endurance and success in one’s endeavors. It is thought to assist with sensitivities to weather and pollution. Midwives use it to assist in successful birthing.

Moss Agate and Sterling Silver Ring

Nostalgia – Part One

Moss Agate and Sterling Silver Ring

I first started smithing in Canberra in 2005 when I did a short evening course in silver jewellery at Dickson College. The idea of being able to create ‘proper’ jewellery excited me, and I was really thrilled to start learning the processes involved in jewellery making! The first ring I ever made was using a moss agate cabochon – I learned metal bending and soldering, made the shank and the bezel, and set the stone. I was so thrilled!

Moss Agate and Sterling Silver Ring

I gave this ring to my mum. When I look back at it now, I can see plenty of flaws, but I also appreciate it as the starting point of what is proving to be a long and very happy journey!