A stone of hope and truth, vivid opalescent green chrysoprase opens your heart and mind to welcome new love, joy and prosperity into your life!
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How and where chrysopraseĀ is formed
Chrysoprase is a type of chalcedony, which is a variety of quartz. It's striking apple green colour is due to the presence of trace amounts of nickelĀ during formation. It is most commonly sourced in the United States, Russia, Brazil, Australia, Poland and Tanzania.
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ChrysopraseĀ throughout history
The nameĀ chrysopraseĀ isĀ believed to be derivedĀ from the Greek wordsĀ chrysos meaningĀ gold, and prasinonĀ meaningĀ green.Ā In antiquity chrysopraseĀ represented the divine love of truth and was assigned toĀ the Goddess Venus. It wasĀ used by the Greeks, Roman and Egyptians to make jewellery, seals, signets and other ornamental itemsĀ because of its beautifulĀ green colour. Legend has itĀ that Alexander the Great would wear a piece of chrysoprase on his belt to help him winĀ battles during his quest for world domination!Chrysoprase meanings, properties and energies
Chrysoprase attracts new love, joy, happiness and prosperity into your life.Ā Its calming and positive energies encourage growth and openness to new situations, and help you to align your ideals with your behaviour. Useful for compassion and forgiveness it stimulates acceptance of yourself and others, and is also said to encourage fidelity in relationships.
This delightful apple green crystalĀ opens,Ā activatesĀ and energises the heart and sacral chakras, bringing universal energy and a sense of being a part of the divine whole. It gives hope and personal insights, and a feelingĀ of emotional security.
Excellent for stimulating your creative side, chrysoprase draws out your innate gifts and talents.Ā
A birthstone for May, chrysoprase is aĀ lovelyĀ alternative to the more traditional stone for May birthdays, the emerald.
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Caring for yourĀ chrysoprase crystals
Chrysoprase can be cleaned with warm soapy water and a soft cloth. Be sure to store it safely away fromĀ sunlight and heat asĀ prolonged exposure may cause fading.Ā
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