String, Semi-Precious, Synthetic, White Agate, beads, faceted, 4 mm, approximately 98 pieces

A string of faceted beads made from synthetic white agate in the form of spheres.

Shopping for precious and semi-precious gemstones is no longer a simple task. We are faced with a multitude of unfamiliar materials. Random events in ancient times revealed that "treating" precious gemstones could enhance their appearance and properties. Today, the methods for manipulating and simulating precious gemstones are becoming increasingly complex. Crystals are cultivated to mimic the chemistry, structure, and properties of those found in nature. Natural origin is no longer assumed. Laboratories and factories around the world are a source of an astonishing array of materials sold in the realm of gemstones. These artificial and treated materials offer a vast range of products and prices on the market. The jewelry buyer now has many more options but needs some basic knowledge to make their choice. The term "synthetic" refers to these human-made products whose chemical and physical properties overlap with those of the natural products they duplicate. As for the metaphysical properties of synthetic materials, that is an open discussion. But we know that everything is energy; everything carries its charge and influence. Someone doesn’t need to tell us; we can feel this influence ourselves. So, isn’t color alone sufficient to change someone’s radiance or mood? Every stone that attracts you is your stone, the right stone for your creation, the exact expression of your creative inspiration.