Alashan Agate – A Relic of the Earth

Handcrafted with care by bead.delightful

At bead.delightful, we believe in celebrating nature’s artistry through one-of-a-kind handmade jewelry. Alashan Agate, a rare and captivating gemstone, perfectly embodies this philosophy.

Known as the Earth’s rainbow, agate is a stunning rock formation composed of chalcedony and quartz, displaying mesmerizing concentric bands in a spectrum of colors. Alashan Agate, in particular, is found in the remote Gobi Desert of Inner Mongolia, China. Millions of years ago, this land was an ancient ocean, where volcanic activity helped form these extraordinary stones. Over time, shifting sands buried them deep beneath the earth, only to be revealed once more by the relentless forces of nature. Polished naturally by the desert’s wind and sand, each bead tells a story of endurance and transformation.

Alashan Agate comes in a breathtaking range of colors—from soft pinks and creams to earthy greys, deep browns, and warm oranges. With a Mohs hardness around of 7, it is both durable and beautiful, making it a perfect addition to our handcrafted jewelry.