This Volcano Agate bowl features layered tones of smoky taupe, slate blue, and soft lavender, intersected by natural fracture lines and cloud-like formations within the stone. The polished interior reveals fluid banding and subtle translucency, while the organic outer edge preserves the natural contour of the original agate. Variations in tone and pattern create a landscape-like composition across the surface. It fluoresces green under UV light.
Volcano Agate forms in volcanic environments, where silica-rich fluids fill cavities within cooling lava. Over time, layers of microcrystalline quartz build inward, creating the banding and colour zoning characteristic of agate. Pieces like this are carved from solid nodules, then shaped and polished to highlight the internal structure while maintaining the integrity of the stone’s natural patterns.
Volcano Agate is often associated with dynamic energy and the raw power of volcanic forces. It is believed that this stone helps channel intense energy into productive and creative pursuits, transforming potential chaos into structured action.
Dimensions
Approx. 3.6 × 5.1 × 0.87 inches
Weight: 340 g
Details
Mineral: Volcano Agate (Chalcedony)
Origin: Volcanic deposit
Formation: Layered microcrystalline quartz formed in lava cavities
Colour: Taupe, slate blue, lavender, smoky grey
Finish: Polished bowl with natural edge