Chrysoprase Stone Beads
Chrysoprase
stones are belonged to Chalcedony stone family. The beads made up of
Chrysoprase stones have apple-green color. These are mainly used by
the astrologers. In decorating items and jewelry, these beads are
also used, but not intensively. The main supplying countries of
Chrysoprase stones are Australia, but beads of this stone are made
in different country, specially in India. The Chrysoprase beads are used in necklaces, bracelets, earrings etc. in which these beads promote clarity of thought, contentment and internal harmony. These beads also bring a sense of empathy and friendliness among the users. It is believed that the Chrysoprase stone-beads is useful in soothing loneliness and heartache, promote inner peace and strength. These are also useful for curing eye problems and helpful to relieve gout.
Chrysoprase Stone
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.
