Chrysoprase is a type of chalcedony (chalcedony) and refers to a green stone. Chalcedony is produced all over the world, has a very wide variety, and has different names depending on the color. For example, the light blue one is called blue chalcedony, and the red one is called carnelian.
Chrysoprase is characterized by a slightly yellowish green color, often described as an “apple green stone”. This color is due to the small amount of nickel contained in the ingredients.
It is said to be in “Chryso-” which means gold in Greek and “praspn” which means western leek.
It has been used as a stone for crafts and accessories such as cameos since ancient Roman times, and it became popular in Europe due to the discovery of ore veins in Poland in the 18th century, but once it was dug up, it was hard to find it on the market. It became a stone. Large veins have been discovered in Australia today.
Due to its refreshing green texture, it is sometimes used as a substitute for jade, and in some cases it is sold as “Australian Jade”.
In England, it is considered to be the birthstone for May along with emeralds.
Benefits of Chalcedony
Following are the benefits of
- Cleanliness, peace,
- relief of anger, extreme tension and anxiety,
- avoidance of emotional panic,
- mental stability,
- recovery from trauma,
- reduction of mood depression,
- paving the way
Healing effects of Chalcedony:
In the field of stone healing, it may be used to improve depression and excessive agitation, relieve high blood pressure and fever, excrete internal toxins, heal the liver, and prevent gout and epilepsy.
However, these effects and benefits have not been proven in modern medicine.
Magical effects of Chalcedony:
Suggestion as a gemstone is a stone with a strong “tranquilizer” aspect.
It is said to have the effect of alleviating excessive emotional vibrations such as “anger and anger” and “tension and anxiety.” People who tend to get angry at something, people who tend to hit children or spouses who are close to them, people who tend to panic for a little bit, emotions ahead even if they know it in their heads It seems to be a stone that is suitable for those who are.
In addition, the refreshing apple green color is refreshing to the eye, and many people feel that it is a tranquilizer.
It is also said to heal the mental damage caused by anger and the trauma in the subconscious mind, and pave the way for recovery.
It is recommended for people who are feeling depressed or depressed, and it is said that they will support them so that they can get up and start walking again, especially when they are frustrated by hitting a wall or obstacle. It is also said to bring out the potential, so it will be a suitable stone when the turning point of life is approaching.
How to Cleanse Chalcedony:
Please be careful as it may discolor when sunbathing for a long time.
The recommended purification method is purification with crystal clusters.
Chalcedony corresponds to which chakra:
breast
Directions corresponding to Chalcedony:
East, southeast
Properties of Chalcedony:
| Mineral name | Green chalcedony Chalcedony |
|---|---|
| alias | — |
| Misnomer | Australian jade |
| Main production areas | Australia, Tanzania, Brazil, USA |
| Classification | Oxidized Mineral Quartz Group |
| Chemical composition | SiO 2 Silicon Dioxide Compound |
| Crystal system | Hexagonal / Trigonal |
| Crystal habit (shape) | Latent crystallite |
| Main shades | Bright green |
| Streak color | White |
| hardness | 7 |
| cleavage | None |
| specific gravity | 2.60 to 2.65 |
| Refractive index | 1.53 to 1.54 |
| Similar stone non-made | Amazonite, emerald, jade |
