About Dragon Vein Agate The Material: Dragon vein agate is a type of natural chalcedony quartz. The Pattern: The distinctive, web-like patterns mimicking dragon scales are created by putting light-colored stones through a thermal shock process (heating and rapidly cooling), then treating them with dyes to deeply stain the fractures. Symbolism & Meaning: In the crystal community, dragon vein agate is highly regarded as a stone of strength, grounding, and transformation. It is frequently worn to improve concentration, dispel emotional turbulence, and attract luck or creative inspiration.