Physical Properties of Chrysoprase Stone / Crystal |
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Chemical Formula: | SiO2 |
Chemical Composition: | |
Crystal System: | Hexagonal |
Lustre: | Vitreous to waxy |
Transparency: | Translucent to nearly opaque |
Colour: | Green |
Streak: | White |
Hardness: | 6.5 - 7 on Mohs Scale |
Tenacity: | Brittle |
Cleavage: | None |
Fracture: | Conchoidal, granular |
Density: | 2.58 to 2.64 |
Refractive Index: | 1.530 to 1.543 |
Chrysoprase is a valuable stone which is a variety of chalcedony, a type of quartz. The colours of Chrysoprase vary depending on the nickel present in them. Gold or yellowish green coloured stones were common during the past but at present apple green Chrysoprase are widely common. Chrysoprase is believed to be the favourite gemstone of Alexander the Great.
Chrysoprase is used to stimulate the healing process of any wound. Its healing powers strengthen the eyes, cure rheumatism pain and also act as a shield from negative energy. Chrysoprase gemstone should not be placed on the wound but instead held over the affected area for it to take effect. It bestows one with forgiveness and compassion and also thought to enhance fertility. Chrysoprase helps you to relax and release ill feelings like jealousy, greed, selfishness, resentment and scarcity.
Chrysoprase is also said to be a problem clarifier. Chrysoprase makes people more conscious and aware of things to which they were ignorant earlier until now. It was considered as a magical stone by the ancient Greeks which brought good health and blessed them with a happy married life. It was worn or carried to attract prosperity and ward off negative energy from other people. Its powers grant happiness, luck, success, protection, friendship, money and healing. Because it contains nickel it should be kept away from direct sunlight to prevent it from fading and preserver the apple green colour of the crystal.
Chalcedony
Chrysoprase gemstones / crystals are found in some of the countries of world are: Argentina, Australia, Brazil, Germany, India, Japan, Kazakhstan, Madagascar, Myanmar, Peru, Poland, Portugal, Republic of Macedonia, Russia, Spain, Tanzania, USA.