Chrysoprase (Chrysoprase) Facts, Information and Description

Chrysoprase is one of the Star Signs for Gemini.

The gemstone Chrysoprase is an opalescent apple green colored variety of chalcedony (quartz). Most green stones owe their color to chromium or vanadium, but chrysoprase derives its color from the nickel content. It is found in Australia, Brazil, the Ural Mountains, and the U.S. and is the rarest of the chalcedony group.

Chrysoprase was used by the Greeks, Romans, and the Egyptians in jewelry and other ornamental objects and because of its semi-opaque green color, it is often mistaken for Imperial jadeite.  One of the most valuable chalcedony gem stones, chrysoprase is prized for its color and rarity, it is a 7 on the Mohs scale of hardness.
 

Folklore, Legend, and Healing Properties:

Gentle, soothing, friendly, spiritual protection, prevents depression, increases grace and equilibrium and is said to increase fertility.

Chrysoprase Jewelry and Cabochons

Designer jewelry made with chrysoprase.  A selection of free form chrysoprase cabochons and rough available for custom designed jewelry.

Chrysoprase cabochons
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Chrysoprase rough - see larger view

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