Crystal Database

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Chrysocolla

Chrysocolla is a hydrated copper silicate mineral found in the oxidation zone of copper deposits, often encrusting or replacing secondary minerals.

Chrysocolla is a fragile mineral, however it often forms with and colours Chalcedony, which gives it durability for cutting and polishing. This variety of Chalcedony Chrysocolla is known as Gem Silica, or Druzy Chrysocolla if Quartz crystals are present.

Metaphysical Properties

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Chrysocolla eases emotional pain and restores a loving heart.

Chrysocolla is a stone of balanced communication, allowing for self expression and refrain. Chrysocolla links to spirit communication.

Chrysocolla releases blockages of repressed negative emotions, and provides inner strength in times of prolonged stress.

Chrysocolla harmonises energies of the home.

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Crystal Healing Uses

Chrysocolla is useful in the treatment of diabetes and cellular blood disorders.

Chrysocolla strengthens muscular tissue, and relieves muscle spasm and cramp.

Chrysocolla helps in the treatment of respiratory disease.

Chrysocolla assists with relief from arthritic pain.

Colour:

green, blue to green

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Class:

Silicate

Group:

Orthorhombic

Formations:

fine acicular to fibrous crystals, more often found as cryptocrytalline botryoidal aggregates and crusts.

Localities:

Worldwide

Chemical Composition:

(Cu,Al)₂H₂Si₂O₅(OH)₄·nH₂O

Hardness:

2.5 to 3.5

Lustre:

vitreous, waxy to translucent

Cleavage:

none

Varieties:

Aluminium Chrysocolla, Aluminium Ferrian Chrysocolla

Disclaimer:

All crystal healing uses, magical uses and metaphysical definitions are provided as a means of education, and do not imply a guarantee of effect.  Those suffering from illness should consult with their General Practitioner in the first instance. Crystal healing is a holistic complementary healthcare practice and should be carried out by a suitably qualified crystal healing practitioner.