Botswana agate is a purplish-gray gemstone showing white pink and gray sharp patterns. Legends about Botswana agate say it can be used to stimulate the exploration of the unknown and further one’s quest towards the enlightened state. It is also said that Botswana agate can be used to treat disorders of the nervous system and help to rid the body of toxins, counteracts poisoning on the physical, emotional, and intellectual planes and it is told, used to ameliorate depression and stress. We have made some great cabs and jewelry from this great stone! Botswana agates are amygdaloidal agates that have been found in the prmian age (248-290 years old) in the Karoo Series of South Africa. They show very exquisite and delicate patterns with sharply contrasting bands.