Crystal Database

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Chrysoprase

Chrysoprase is a green variety opaque Chalcedony, which is cryptocrystalline Quartz, and contains traces of nickel. Chrysoprase often occurs with brown nodules of Goethite.

Chrysoprase is the most sought after variety of Chalcedony, and due to its apple green gem like quality is the most expensive. Chrysoprase can often be confused with Jade, and is known as Australian Jade.

Metaphysical Properties

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Chrysoprase encourages fidelity, and heals the wounds of a broken heart, helping to recognise its importance in personal growth.

Chrysoprase balances the yin yang energies, activates and balances the energy of the heart chakra.

Chrysoprase facilitates deep meditative states and instils acceptance, compassion and non judgemental attitudes.

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Crystal Healing Uses

Chrysoprase helps with treatment of heart disorders.

Chrysoprase aids sleep, and relieves stress.

Chrysoprase can harmonise the absorption of vitamin C.

Chrysoprase assists in fertility treatment, and disorders and diseases of the reproductive system.

Colour:

apple green

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Class:

Silicate, microcrystalline

Group:

Hexagonal, Trigonal

Formations:

nodes in volcanic rock and masses

Localities:

Australia, Europe, USA, Russia

Chemical Composition:

SiO₂

Hardness:

6.5 to 7

Lustre:

vitreous, dull to opaque

Cleavage:

none

Varieties:

Chrysoprase is a fibrous variety of Quartz.

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.