PHYSICAL PROPERTIES
- GROUP Silicates - tectosilicates
- COMPOSITION SiO2
- COLOR Apple green
- CRYSTALLINE SYSTEM Hexagonal / trigonal
- CRYSTALLINE HABIT Massive or microcrystalline
- HARDNESS 7
- FRACTURE Uneven
- EXFOLIATION Null
- GLOSS Cerulean or matte
- STRIP White
- TRANSPARENCY Translucent
- SPECIFIC GRAVITY 2.7
MINERALOGICAL CHARACTERISTICS
Chrysoprase is a variety of < span class="own-inside-link">chalcedony which has a light green color due to its nickel content. It is the most prized variety of chalcedony for its color. Its name comes from the Greek ”chrysos” and “prase”, which means “golden leek”. Chrysoprase belongs to the family of quartz and is a cryptocrystalline mineral, since its crystals are so small that they are not visible.
Deposits: Brazil, Germany, United States, Australia, Poland, Russia and Tanzania.
THERAPEUTIC PROPERTIES
The chrysoprase is considered a stone of opening and focus. It encourages the courage to connect with our own truth. It is usually useful to face changes and detachments. It enhances security and self-confidence. It stimulates creativity, expression and communication. It is a relaxing stone that is often used for meditation and for a good night's sleep.
