Precious and semiprecious stones are not only nice additions to jewelry. They are also valued for their ability to influence their owner, filling him with special energy. No wonder the properties of chrysoprase - a semiprecious stone of pale green color, have been valued since ancient times. Nowadays, charms and jewelry with chrysoprase can be easily found in stores. But before acquiring this stone, you should familiarize yourself with its characteristics and properties.
Origin of Chrysoprase
Chrysoprase is one of the most memorable varieties of chalcedony, which in turn is a variety of quartz. The green shades of chrysoprase are due to the nickel content of the ore. The hardness of this mineral is quite high - 6-7 on the Mohs scale. The chemical formula of chrysoprase, like that of quartz, is SiO2. Chrysoprase is mined in the rocks of such countries as Australia, USA, Brazil, Poland, Kazakhstan, etc. In Russia, there are also small deposits of this mineral.
The appearance of chrysoprase
The color of the natural mineral can be light, almost transparent, to dark and saturated. The color properties of chrysoprase can be varied due to the different amounts of nickel contained in chalcedony. Shades of green at chrysoprase are mint green, grass green, emerald green. Often there are whitish inclusions in the stone, but it is the pure green mineral that is valued by jewelers. As a rule, untreated chrysoprase is rarely uniform and usually includes areas of different density levels and different color shades.
Varieties of chrysoprase
The semiprecious mineral has three grades.
The highest grade is a homogeneous stone of intense emerald green color. Similarity to the emerald can be seen in the photo of chrysoprase. The properties of the highest grade stone allow it to conduct light through itself. A ray can illuminate right through 5 centimeters of a mineral of this kind. It is used by jewelers for jewelry.
The first grade is chrysoprase with mint green or apple green color. Light shines through it no more than 2 centimeters. There may be whitish inclusions in the stone. It is used both for jewelry and for stone crafts.
The second grade - such a mineral is paler in comparison with the highest and first grades. Its shade is usually bluish-green or yellow-green. Coloring is heterogeneous. There are numerous inclusions in the stone. Souvenirs are made from chrysoprase of the second grade.
History of Chrysoprase
Chrysoprase from the ancient Greek language is translated as "golden leek". And this is not without reason, since in the Ancient World this tender green mineral was very revered, then valued no less than gold. In ancient Egypt, in ancient Rome and Greece, necklaces, rings, bracelets, amulets, seals and even cups were made from this stone. Every rich and noble person should have a piece of chrysoprase. Also, dealers, merchants and bankers and people of other professions who had to deal with big money chose chrysoprase as a mascot. A valuable property of chrysoprase was the ability to attract big money and protect the owner from bankruptcy and unprofitable transactions.
Chrysoprase does not like bad people
Long ago, lovers of chrysoprase noticed that this is a stone of good people. In general, by its nature, chrysoprase is not a moody stone and is suitable for anyone. But if the mineral is worn by a bad, unbalanced person who lies and slanders others, a product made of chrysoprase loses its magical properties, darkens, and often simply gets lost. But good and honest people, this mineral is able to protect against the influence of ill-wishers.
How were treated with chrysoprase?
Like many other semiprecious stones, many healing properties were attributed to chrysoprase. For example, if you let the water stand for 5 hours on chrysoprase, it gains the ability to treat infectious diseases. Also, stone infusion was used to cleanse and renew the whole body, increase immunity.
Famous people wearing chrysoprase
The most famous and great man who wore chrysoprase was undoubtedly Alexander the Great (Great). He wore a stone on his belt and never parted with it. The talisman brought him good luck in the conquest of new lands and helped to get out unscathed from the fighting. According to one legend, once Alexander the Great decided to swim in the river. While he was swimming, an evil snake crawled up and bit a stone from his belt. Then she threw him into the river. The next day, the great commander died in battle. Another legend says that another poisonous snake wanted to bite the commander, but the chrysoprase buckle on his belt protected him from a bite and thereby saved him from premature death.
King of Prussia Frederick II (Great) valued his ring with chrysoprase more than other jewels. In his opinion, the wisdom and strength for managing a large state gave him precisely the properties of chrysoprase. The zodiac sign of the great king, which is noteworthy, was Aquarius. The Russian Empress Catherine II (the Great) also held a chrysoprase cabochon ring in her large collection, framed with a gold monogram and sprinkled with sparkling diamonds. (Cabochon is a method of polishing a stone, in which it acquires a convex smooth hemispherical surface without faces).
The healing properties of chrysoprase
Wearing chrysoprase has a beneficial effect on many vital functions of the body. Chrysoprase is a good stone and can not bring harm to health. Therefore, you will not lose anything when wearing this stone, even if it does not have the expected effect.
General effect on the body
The constant wearing of chrysoprase, as mentioned above, renews the body, cleanses it of toxins, regulates the functioning of the glands and normalizes blood pressure. The mineral also protects the wearer from geomagnetic storms. Jewelry with chrysoprase should be worn by weather-dependent people in order to feel better when exposed to the body of the magnetic fields of the Sun and the Earth.
Vision improvement
Chrysoprase has a very nice looking color. Therefore, it has long been believed that if you look at the mineral for a long time and often, your vision will return to normal and many ophthalmic diseases will go away.
Effect on the heart chakra and cardiovascular system
In yoga, chrysoprase is considered a stone that helps to open the Heart Chakra - Anahata. It is necessary to warm up the mineral and apply to the area of the heart for thirty minutes. Just to make it work, you need to do everything according to the laws of meditation and yoga. If meditations are carried out correctly, the cardiovascular system will improve, and the soul will have more space for unconditional love.
Depression Treatment
Who needs the properties of chrysoprase, giving new vitality and helping to make acquaintances? This stone will be a good gift for people with depression and systematic low mood. Thanks to its soothing color and non-capricious disposition, chrysoprase is fraught with the strength to cure depression of mild to moderate severity. The mascot from the mineral relieves stress, improves mood, cures insomnia and relieves nightmares.
The magical properties of chrysoprase
In addition to the treatment and prevention of diseases, the energy of chrysoprase can have a positive effect on life events and the emotional background of the owner. It is important to clarify who suits chrysoprase. The properties of stone can manifest themselves in different ways on different people. It is important that the energy of the mineral correctly interacts with the temperament and attitude of the owner.
Protection from evil influence
Like many other amulets made of stones, a chrysoprase amulet can protect against evil eye and evil people. But in order for this function of the stone to fully manifest, the person who owns the amulet must himself be a pure person and not wish evil to others. If you buy chrysoprase specifically for protection, it is advised to choose a stone in combination with silver. It can be any jewelry: earrings, ring, pendant, necklace, etc.
Chrysoprase attracts money
Profit attraction, protection against loss of finance and bankruptcy - the main value of the stone. The properties of chrysoprase will allow its owner to avoid unnecessary expenses and correctly dispose of capital. Therefore, chrysoprase is better than any other stone as a guardian for people who regularly deal with a lot of money.
Chrysoprase will help in love
Chrysoprase stone can help heal spiritual wounds after parting and find strength for new love. It is not without reason that chrysoprase is used by yogis precisely for opening the heart chakra, which controls the feeling of comprehensive love that does not ask for anything in return.
Chrysoprase - the stone of innovators
So all the same, to whom are the chrysoprase properties suitable for the sign? The stone will be the perfect complement for active and sociable people who boldly look to the future. This is the stone of Aquarius - a sign of friendship. But this does not mean that chrysoprase does not fit other zodiac signs. Rather, the compatibility of the chrysoprase and human amulet depends on whether the stone will complement the owner’s energy, or human energy will drown out the positive properties of the stone. Chrysoprase is suitable for active and creative people who want to change the world and leave something good after themselves. Its influence will help promote ideas to the masses and lead the crowds.
What signs will chrysoprase still be useful?
Although chrysoprase is considered a stone of Aquarius, this does not mean that it will be less useful to other signs. To a greater extent, chrysoprase will help reveal its potential to earth signs: Capricorn, Taurus and Virgo. Also, the mineral is suitable for Pisces and Cancer. Of the signs of the fire element, preference for stone can be given to Sagittarius, from the air - to Gemini. Chrysoprase will not bring special benefits to those born under the signs of Leo, Aries, Scorpio and Libra.
Chrysoprase helps away from home
Abduction of nostalgia for the home is an unusual property of chrysoprase. The photo of the stone does not carry any magic functions, so the mineral will have to be bought. Those people who take chrysoprase with them on a long journey as a talisman noticeably easier to part with their home. The stone helps to cope with nostalgia and sadness and feel kindred support in a new and alien place.
Chrysoprase Care
We found out what signs the properties of chrysoprase stone are more favored by. But for the acquired mineral mascot to last a long time, you need to properly care for it. The delicate green color of the stone fades in the sun and is warm. This is due to the fact that chrysoprase absorbs water well and gives it away just as well. To return the stone to a saturated color, you need to briefly wrap it in a damp (but not warm) rag.
How not to get a fake?
Chrysoprase is a rather rare variety of chalcedony, so often in stores you can stumble upon its fake. In order not to let yourself be deceived, it should be remembered that a quartz mineral should not be cheap. The average price of untreated stone of 5 - 7 cm should not be lower than 1000 rubles.
If you do not trust the prices, it is worth taking a magnifying glass with you to the store. In natural chalcedony there are “feathers” formed during the growth of a mineral in nature. Also, different sections of this chrysoprase should be uneven in color and density. Cheap chalcedony stained with nickel salts or synthetics can be detected with a magnifier on the clear boundaries of artificial staining and on the unnaturally bright color of the stone.
Artificial Chrysoprase
The Chinese have learned to fake absolutely everything. Semi-precious and precious stones are no exception. Some people are satisfied with the artificially grown mineral. It is not much different from a fossil - except perhaps only by age.
Unlike a low-quality fake, the grown chrysoprase costs almost the same as natural. In the store you should be warned about its unnatural origin. But if this did not happen, pay attention to the size and color of the stone product: it should not be too large or too bright.
Listen to your gut
If your zodiac sign is not on the list of those who are suitable for the properties of chrysoprase stone, this is no reason to put an end to the acquisition of this beautiful talisman. If you feel that chrysoprase is your stone, nothing will stop you from getting it.
The main thing is that the energy of the stone coincides with yours. Then his presence will help you more confidently go through life.