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This material is from the Eucalyptus mine at Yundamindra Station in Western Australia. This rough material is ungraded and directly from the mine with great variety within the host rock. Ranging from small solid nodules to sandwich veins within the host rock, Chalcedony honeycomb formations and combinations with varying amounts of Magnesite Chalcedony and Chrysoprase.

This piece weighs 74g and measures 7cm x 4cm x 2cm.

Chrysoprase is a form of silica, much like sand or quartz, but it is made distinctive by the deposits of nickel in the stone that give it a distinctive green colour. The crystals in chrysoprase are so fine that they cannot be seen under a magnifying glass – much finer than the crystals that colour amethyst or rose quartz.

The name literally means “golden leek” in Greek, because this stone looks so bright that it might have come from nature. The Ancient Greeks said that chrysoprase was the sacred stone of Aphrodite, whose sacred colour was green.

A rare cool and calming variety of Chalcedony, this gemstone was a favourite of Alexander the Great, who called on its healing powers during his quest for world domination. In the days of old, the only source of this rare form of quartz was a region in southwestern Poland known as Lower Silesia. In fact, dating as far back as the Iron Age, Chrysoprase was a common feature in Silesian carving and masonry. The tradition of incorporating Chrysoprase into decorative art continued in the 18th century with Frederick II, King of Prussia. After he conquered the region he used the land deposits of green Chrysoprase to decorate the halls of his favourite palace at Potsdam near Berlin.

Chrysoprase is found all over the world, deposits in Brazil, South Africa, North America, Australia, and Central Europe. However Australian Chrysoprase, also sometimes known as Australian Jade is considered the highest quality in the world.

If the Chrysoprase crystal has found its way into your life, take it as a sign that you're in need of an emotional makeover. Known for manifesting optimism, joy, and happiness, the Chrysoprase crystal stone is one of the best antidepressants in the world of crystal healing. If you have a checklist of garden-variety emotional ailments like depression, anxiety, and stress, Chrysoprase crystal properties are an effective prescription for encouraging a more positive outlook on life. Keep this gemstone in your corner and remember to always look on the bright side, even during cloudy weather.

Just like in a lot other green ray stones, the chrysoprase possesses a strong link to nature, as well as to the elemental beings. This also brings the gift of the growth of nature, as well as may link you to the earth spirits and Mother Gala.

If the storm clouds of anxiety and fear start rolling in and gale-force winds shake the shutters of your natural tranquility, it's time to call on Chrysoprase. This Stone opens and activates the Heart Chakra, allowing for a stronger flow of Chi through this Chakra. By sending Divine energies into the Heart Chakra, Chrysoprase can infuse one with Universal Love and help to live from the Heart. It assists us to feel our interconnection with all of creation and dispels feelings of isolation while fostering positive, healing thoughts towards the earth and each other.

Use Chrysoprase to encourage acceptance of oneself and of others, by banishing feelings of superiority or inferiority from within. A stone of grace and compassion, Chrysoprase facilitates deep meditation and relaxation. Chrysoprase encourages you to embrace reality by being honest with yourself and not concealing behind falsehoods and clichés. Chrysoprase provides valuable input into your present wrong actions and motivates you to aspire. Chrysoprase also boosts your imagination and brings forth natural potential. It will assist you in recognising when selfish reasons are at work and encourage you to consider if your deeds are harmful to others. This gemstone will also assist you in avoiding obsessive habits, activities, and mental habits.