{"product_id":"agate-with-amethyst-tower-240-grams-dbr2-6","title":"Agate with amethyst tower 240 grams DBR2#6","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eAgate with amethyst is a banded chalcedony that naturally transitions into or encloses purple amethyst crystals, creating a striking mix of earthy agate patterns and sparkling quartz points.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eAgate with amethyst typically forms in volcanic cavities, where layers of chalcedony (agate) build along the outer walls while amethyst crystals grow in the centre. This creates pieces that may show soft, banded agate exteriors with violet amethyst clusters or pockets inside, or blended zones where the two materials meet\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eGeologically, agate is a banded variety of chalcedony, known for its translucent layers and waxy lustre, while amethyst is the purple variety of quartz. When they occur together, the result is a visually rich stone combining agate’s grounding, patterned structure with amethyst’s crystalline sparkle\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eMetaphysically, stones that combine both are often associated with balance and harmony, blending agate’s stabilising qualities with amethyst’s calming, clarity‑enhancing energy\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eFor size please see photos\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Shropshire Crystals Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57297056039294,"sku":null,"price":16.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0910\/5349\/0558\/files\/IMG-6648.heic?v=1776858485","url":"https:\/\/shropshirecrystals.com\/products\/agate-with-amethyst-tower-240-grams-dbr2-6","provider":"Shropshire Crystals Ltd","version":"1.0","type":"link"}