Chrysoprase ( Australian Jade, Chrysophrase, Chrysoprasus )

Chrysoprase also known as Australian Jade is in fact not a Jade at all despite its appearance which is likely one of the reasons for its popular trade name. Chrysoprase is cryptocrystalline, which means that it is composed of crystals so fine that they cannot be seen as distinct particles under normal magnification. This sets it apart from rock crystal, amethyst, citrine, and the other varieties of crystalline quartz. Chrysoprase is also sometimes seen as chrysophrase or chrysoprasus may contain small quantities of nickel. Its color is normally apple-green, but varies from turquoise-like cyan to deep green. The darker varieties of chrysoprase are also referred to as prase.

Chrysoprase is a green gemstone that is said to have many metaphysical properties, including: 

• Heart chakra activation: Chrysoprase is associated with the heart chakra, which is said to be the center of love, compassion, and healing. It is believed to open and align the heart chakra, which can help people experience deeper love, empathy, and emotional balance. 

• Emotional healing: Chrysoprase is said to help heal a broken heart by boosting self-esteem, equalizing emotional balance, and fostering acceptance of change. 

• Mental clarity: Chrysoprase is said to encourage non-judgmental attitudes, reduce superiority and inferiority complexes, and help people avoid speaking out unthinkingly in anger. 

• Creativity: Chrysoprase is said to promote clarity of thought and creativity. 

• Connection with nature: Chrysoprase is said to help people connect with nature and truth.

Mohs Hardness : 6.5 to 7