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Glittering Stones » Semi
precious stones » Chrysoprase Bracelet
Semi Precious Stone Chrysoprase Bracelet
Chrysoprase is a gemstone
variety of chalcedony (fibrous form of quartz), which contains
small quantities of nickel. Its color is normally apple-green,
but sometimes varies to deep green. It is cryptocrystalline
that means that it is composed of crystals
so fine that they could not be seen as distinct particles under
normal magnification. This sets it apart from rock crystal,
amethyst, citrine, and  also
the other varieties of crystalline quartz which are basically
transparent and then formed from easily recognized.
six-sided crystals. Other members
of the cryptocrystalline quartz family also include agate,
carnelian, and onyx. Unlike many non-transparent
members of the quartz family, it is the color of Chrysoprase,
rather than any other pattern of markings, that makes it desirable.
The word Chrysoprase comes from the Greek chrysos
meaning 'gold' and parson, meaning 'leek'.
Healing ability: Chrysoprase
is the rarest member of the Chalcedony family that is found in
the U.S., Brazil, and Australia. Chrysoprase
is believed to prevent depression and also to improve equilibrium,
balance, communication, eloquence, hope, youthfulness, and a higher
consciousness. Legend says that Chrysoprase is a protector of
young animals and young children.
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