Chrysoprase refers to a translucent quartz and is the most valuable breed - chalcedony. The green hue of chrysoprase can fade in bright light, in order to restore the original color of chrysoprase, it needs to be wrapped with a damp cloth for a while. The color of the mineral is due to the presence of such impurities as: pimelite, bunsenite, garnierite and other minerals that contain nickel.
The visual properties of the crystal are glass gloss, translucent to the lumen.
Deposits of chrysoprase. Deposits of chrysoprase depend on nickel-bearing hyperbasites and their weathering. Chrysoprase is very rare in nature. Currently, in the world market, Australia is the main supplier of high-quality chrysoprase. Also, crystal deposits are located in the CIS countries (Novo-Akkerman, Sarykul-Boldy), in South America and North America.
Application of chrysoprase. Chrysoprase is a very popular gemstone as before, and now. He is worn alone, also inserted into jewelry - gold and silver. This mineral is the rarest and most expensive variety of chalcedony, it is widely used in the manufacture of jewelry in handicraft and factory conditions.
The healing and magical properties of chrysoprase
Medical properties. It is believed that chrysoprase is an excellent tool in the treatment of diseases of the eyeball, and also contributes to increased visual acuity. It is said that chrysoprase has the property to improve the function of endocrine glands, and also to increase the overall ability to work and to normalize the metabolism in humans. The healing properties of chrysoprase are the same as those of other minerals of green color. It is believed that the green color of the stone significantly improves the overall well-being of meteodependent people during the period of increased activity of the Sun. According to the recommendations of lithotherapists, this mineral should be used, with sleep disturbances, increased nervous excitability and nightly anxiety conditions. Water, infused with chrysoprase, is sometimes used for colds. It should be noted that prolonged exposure to this mineral can promote the formation of stones in the human gallbladder.
Chrysoprase has a positive effect on the heart chakra.
Magical properties . Previously, chrysoprase was associated with success. He patronizes innovators and people inclined to inventions. Chrysoprase provides favorable opportunities for new things and beginnings, because of the desire for change. Usually it brings good luck to people who are not afraid of a new one in their life. Chrysoprase is traditionally considered the patron of people who seek innovation, not afraid of innovation and innovation. It can also rightly be considered a talisman for bankers, traders, traders and people of similar professions. Due to its green color, chrysoprase can improve the mental state.
Chrysoprase is famous for its ability to deflect slander, envy, "evil eye". It is also said that chrysoprase can remove spoilage and protect it from other similar mucks. This stone refuses to help people who are suspicious, deceitful, spiteful, unbalanced and self-centered. In this case, nothing will help make the stone work. This mineral can help people who have such properties as valor and honor. Chrysoprase is considered to be a great stubborn. People who possess such qualities of character as valor and honor, chrysoprase gives friends, protects from trouble, even if a person provokes them himself. This crystal will help in any new case, as its magical properties are located to everything new.
When chrysoprase becomes turbid, it means that the owner is in danger. Chrysoprase is believed to drive away nocturnal fears. At present, stone is used as a reliable barrier to negative energy, it also counteracts slander, envy, evil eye and gives endurance to the owner. It is recommended to use this stone as a talisman, people who are connected with commercial activities and in their profession are forced to deal with large sums of money. For lying people this stone fades before our eyes. Since ancient times chrysoprase was worn as a guard against envious persons, evil eyes and slander. It is believed that he gives such qualities as courage and endurance.
Chrysoprase is the patron of people born under the sign - Aquarius, giving them luck, protection. There is an opinion that the crystal can take revenge. He will give back all the bad energy in threefold size.
Interesting Facts. Mineral is the nearest "relative" of cornelian and agate, but chrysoprase is not as widely known as carnelian and agate. He was known in ancient Rome and Greece as an ornamental stone, especially as his material was loved in the 18th century. Always was the central stone in jewelry. Chrysoprase can be both bright and dark, but blue is almost always present.