Australian chrysoprase and agate, gemstone tribal earrings

Chrysoprase, chrysophrase or chrysoprasus is an apple-green variety of Chalcedony that contains small quantities of nickel.

Chrysoprase is cryptocrystalline, which means that it is composed of crystals so fine that they cannot be seen as distinct particles under normal magnification.

The color of chrysoprase is due to trace amounts of nickel compounds in form of very small inclusions.

The best known sources of chrysoprase are Queensland, Western Australia, Germany, Poland, Russia, Arizona, California, and Brazil. The chrysoprase and Ni silicate ore deposit in Szklary , Lower Silesia, Poland, was probably the biggest European chrysoprase occurrence and possibly also the biggest in the world.

Chrysoprase Associations:

• Chakras – Sacral Chakra, Heart Chakra
• Birthstone – May
• Zodiac – Taurus, Gemini, Libra
• Vibration – Number 3

Healing with Chrysoprase

Chrysoprase is said to bring unconscious thoughts to the surface, clarifying problems and encouraging insights. It is said to resonate on a frequency of the Heart Chakra so placing it on the Heart area will relax any feelings of fear or anxiety trapped there.

It is said to give an acceptance of oneself and others and encourages forgiveness and compassion. Chrysoprase is also believed to draw out inner creativity and talents.

It has soft, gentle vibrations which are wonderfully beneficial when used to aid sleep and relaxation. It is also a brilliant soother of nightmares, helping to reduce them and bring some light to the world of sleep. It is also thought to enhance fertility.

Chrysoprase is said to bring the energy of freshness and renewal, encouraging and helping you to let go of feelings of jealousy or resentment, encouraging a new phase to enter your life.