Just over ten carats of red agate, in one polished natural stone. A few questions before you order.

What can I make with it?

A ring that stays comfortable, or a pendant with enough colour to be seen. At 10.20 carats it feels substantial without being heavy.

Will the colour last?

Red agate is often heated or dyed to deepen its colour, which is common in the family. Keep it away from harsh chemicals and long spells in strong sunlight, and wipe it gently. Ask us what we know of this stone on WhatsApp, code AG-RE-0008.

How tough is it?

The Mohs hardness of 6.5 to 7 is in line with agate generally, good for regular wear.

A stone of this weight pairs well with oxidised silver, which deepens the red by contrast, though plain polished silver looks just as good. Keep perfume and hairspray off it, as they dull any polished agate over time.

Compare with the full red agate range if you like. Before you choose, read our red agate guide.

Your order comes Cash on Delivery: check it, then pay. Karachi deliveries usually take 1–2 working days, other cities 2–4, and returns are open for 7 days.

This particular stone

This listing is one natural red agate with a weight of 10.2 Carat. Its price is Rs. 1,530 — roughly Rs. 150 for each carat. Treatment: treatment not tested. Quote reference AG-RE-0008 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.

From six carats up a stone becomes the centre of attention. It wants a broader shank or a secure claw setting and suits an occasion ring, a signet or a centre pendant. Clean natural material of this size turns up far less often, and the per-carat rate reflects that.

On the Mohs scale red 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 red 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 red agate for those three points before it is listed, 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. No lab report yet; independent testing welcome. As general background (not a statement about this stone): Red agate is often heated or dyed to deepen its colour. 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.