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Chemical Formula: SiO2
Mineral Family: Chalcedony
Hardness: 6.5 - 7.5
Specific Gravity: 2.6 - 2.64
Chrysoprase is an apple-green chalcedony used as a
gemstone. Chrysoprase is well suited to those born
under the zodiac signs of Aquarius, Gemini and Cancer.
Chrysoprase is a form of quartz found in Australia.
It derives its name from Greek words "chryso" for
golden and "prason" for leek. With a hardness of 6 1/2
to 7, the gemstone is known for its specific
metaphysical characteristics.
Chrysoprase is useful in soothing heartache and
loneliness, promoting emotional balance, and granting
inner strength and peace. Its calming and shielding
energies promote the calm state of mind useful in
examining the problems offering realistic solutions.
The stone can lead to greater confidence and is said
to help relieve gout, eye problems and mental illness.
