Agate was used by Egyptians before 3000 B.C. and were also used as jewelry in ancient India . . . Agate is said to bring prosperity, balance and positive change. It is also said to relieve depression and fears. This lovely round stone is set in sterling with gold vermeil. Size 7. Stone measures approximately 1/2 inch. Rhode Island native Jessica Ricci finds objects with past lives and translates them into jewelry. She draws upon her own experience as a journalist, English teacher, world traveler and artist to create hand-crafted designs that are anchored in symbolism, history, and sentimentality.