Chrysoprase Stone: Chrysoprase is a green gemstone variety of chalcedony. While emeralds get their green color from the presence of chromium, chrysoprase’s brilliant spring green color is the result of the presence of nickel.
The amount of nickel present causes a beautiful variety of colors, ranging from pale yellow to light and dark green. Pieces of this stone are often very beautiful as the nickel inclusions create lovely patterns in the stone. Chrysoprase is the most valuable gemstone in the chalcedony family and was mistaken for emeralds by ancient jewelers.
The etymology of its name comes from the Greek «chrysos» which means gold and «prason» which means leek. Although other researchers suggest that it comes from the Greek «krioso grisson» which translates green gold.
deposits
Chrysoprase is a stone of volcanic origin, which results from a crystallization process called trigonal. This stone contains certain amounts of nickel inside. Therefore, it usually forms in weathered masses of nickel deposits.
It can be found in different deposits, specifically in Brazil, Tanzania, Poland (Frankenstein-Zabkowice in Upper Sicily), Russia (Urals), USA (California). It should be noted that in some areas of Australia, chrysoprase usually appears in the form of nodules, near goethite (brown mineral) and even on layers of silica and iron.
Properties
In ancient times its main use was to treat skin-related diseases and even today gem therapists continue to use it for this purpose, placing the stone on the navel of the person with the disease for 20 minutes each day, and the process prolonged until the disease has disappeared.
Apart from its great beauty, the energy of Chrysoprase is captivating and amazing because, when worn as a necklace, it protects its wearer from greed, envy, selfishness and stress, apart from providing happiness to the person who wears an amulet with an embedded Chrysoprase.
Chrysoprase is considered a stone of opening and focus. It encourages the courage to connect with our own truth. It is usually useful to face changes and detachments.
It enhances security and self-confidence. It stimulates creativity, expression and communication. It is a relaxing stone that is often used for meditation and good sleep.
Chrysoprase is a stone that has sedative effects; when you feel upset and have very high tension, this gem will help you focus.
When the time comes to have your baby, place a piece of this stone in your hand that will help calm labor pains.
Those who use or carry chrysoprase do so with the conviction that this gem will fill them with courage to face everyday problems. In addition, it represents an excellent option for those who are afraid of interacting with other people, since it helps to overcome that blockage, allowing them to make new friends.
According to the opinion of many experts, the chrysoprase stone helps to recognize and strengthen the trinity within the human being. That is, it creates a link between the mind, the body and the soul. It will help you improve yourself daily, creating a drive for perfection in a very healthy way.
If you have your own company or business, do not forget to take it with you, as it enhances loyalty in business.
The treatment of ailments with chrysoprase is recommended in those cases in which you want to have a break from dreams in order to recover the tranquility that has been lost in some way.
Other spiritual applications of chrysoprase are to align the chakras, to reduce childhood stress as well as to treat problems related to emotional management. As we can see, everything is related to the importance of letting things flow under their own weight and having greater mental and spiritual peace.
On the other hand, chrysoprase serves as an alternative to treat eye diseases and it is considered that the constant use of this stone can help us to better absorb vitamin C.
At the same time, the use of chrysoprase is also recommended in those cases where hormones must be balanced. It is also an energetic stone to treat certain infections.
Chrysoprase care
Chrysoprase jewelry can fade if exposed to sunlight or heat. Color may return if stored moist (such as soft cotton dampened with water.
This stone is porous so it can be easily stained or stained by the absorption of other chemicals and colors. It is advisable to avoid the use of strong household chemicals, especially bleach, perfume and sulfuric acid.
Gems and jewelry should always be removed before exercising, playing sports, or performing household chores.
When storing chrysoprase gemstones, wrap them in a soft cloth and place them inside a fabric-lined box for added protection.
If you notice any dirt, a combination of mild detergent, warm water, and a soft brush is a good option for cleaning. Although if you have doubts about how to clean it, go to your trusted jeweler.
Curiosities
In ancient times chrysoprase was assigned to the goddess Venus who represented the «divine love for truth» as the seer Emmanuel Swedenborg made it known, this refers to the sense of justice that is also an attribute of the goddess Venus. Hildegarda de Bigen attributes detoxifying properties to it.
In previous centuries, chrysoprase was used for interior decoration, such as in the St. Wenceslas Chapel in St. Vitus Cathedral (Prague-Czech Republic), the Holy Cross Chapel in Burg Karlstein (Czech Republic), the castle of Sanssouci (Posdam-Germany).
Chrysoprase is the tenth among the twelve precious stones that make up the foundations of the walls of the Holy City, the New Jerusalem described in Revelation 21:20.
Medieval symbolism identified these twelve precious stones with the twelve apostles, and from then on the precious stone chrysoprase was considered to be an attribute of the apostle Judas Thaddeus. The color of Chrysoprase can fade due to the action of sunlight and heat, it is possible that it will recover its original color if it is kept in a humid environment.