This is the darkest green agate in our collection, and unusually for the range it is cut as a rectangle rather than an oval. Both of those are worth explaining, because together they make it a distinctly different stone from the rest.

The stone

13.05 carats, which is 14.34 ratti. Rs. 9,100, about Rs. 697 per carat, reference GS-GR-0004. A polished rectangular cabochon. One piece, as photographed.

How dark, measured

Mean brightness measures 35 out of 255 — the lowest figure of any green agate we carry, where the rest of the range runs 36 to 112. Green still leads the colour across 97% of the stone, with a dominant hue of 123 degrees, so this is a genuinely deep green rather than a near-black stone that merely photographs green. Held to a light it opens; in the hand it reads almost as a dark forest colour.

Why the rectangular cut matters

Most agate is cut as an oval because that is what the rough suggests and what most settings expect. A rectangle is a deliberate choice: it gives flat, straight edges that suit a modern bezel, it reads as more severe and less traditional, and it wastes more material, which is why you see it less often at this price. If you want an aqeeq that does not look like everyone else's aqeeq, this is the one in our range.

The dyeing question

Green is the colour most often created by dyeing pale agate, and a deep even green deserves more scrutiny than a pale one, not less. This stone has not been tested, and our specification sheet records the treatment as untested rather than claiming the colour is natural. Check it yourself under a loupe: dye concentrates in cracks and pits, and dyed material tends to look unnaturally flat. Independent laboratory testing can be arranged before dispatch — on a stone this dark we would consider it worth doing.

Durability and care

Agate rates 6.5 to 7 on the Mohs scale, with no cleavage plane. Warm soapy water and a soft cloth. No ultrasonic cleaner and no harsh chemicals, and keep it out of prolonged strong sunlight — that last point matters most for dyed material, which is one more reason to settle the question.

More

The green agate price guide covers the rates, the real or fake guide covers the checks, and the care guide covers looking after it. The rest of the range is on the collection page.

Ordering

One piece only. Flat Rs. 500 delivery anywhere in Pakistan by insured, tracked courier, dispatched in one to two working days. Cash on Delivery — open the parcel and look at the stone before you pay — and seven days to return it unused. Dimensions have not been recorded; message us on WhatsApp at +92 308 887 3888 and we will measure it.

This particular stone

This listing is one natural green agate with a weight of 13.05 Carat. Its price is Rs. 9,100 — roughly Rs. 697 for each carat. Treatment: treatment not tested. Quote reference GS-GR-0004 when you message us about it. The photographs show this exact stone, so what arrives at your door is the piece you chose on screen.

Above twelve carats you are into collector territory. Pieces this heavy are usually set as pendants or kept loose, and they are prized for the size of rough they came from. If you do set it, choose a bezel or a heavy claw to protect the edges.

On the Mohs scale green agate rates 6.5 to 7. That is middle-of-the-road hardness: comfortable in pendants and earrings, and in rings worn with some care. Store it apart from harder stones so it does not pick up scratches, and wipe it with a damp cloth rather than scrubbing.

Whoever you buy green agate from, make sure of three things: the stone is natural rather than lab-grown, glass or glass-filled; any treatment is stated in writing; and the weight quoted is the weight of the finished stone. We check every green agate for those three points before it is listed, a certificate is available on request, and because you pay on delivery you can look at the stone — or have it tested — before any money changes hands.

We sell natural stones only and inspect each one before it is listed. Treatment for this stone: Treatment not tested. Certificate available on request. As general background (not a statement about this stone): Strong green agate is usually dyed. Ask us on WhatsApp and we will tell you what we know about this exact stone; independent lab testing is available on request.

A certificate of authenticity is available on request for this stone, and independent laboratory testing can be arranged. Because you pay on delivery, you can also take the stone to a lab of your choice within the 7-day return window. Read more on our authenticity page.