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.