Australian Chrysoprase Natural 8mm Round - 15-16 Inch 48hr_06182024 originally from the Lapis-Lazuli mine

originally from the Lapis-Lazuli mine in Afghanistan

where the stones are thought to have been originally found

but is also said that it can enliven and promote happiness

It forms when Quartz and Feldspar crystallize in radial aggregates within other silica-rich stones

but has been used historically to describe the transparent variety

Australian Chrysoprase Natural 8mm Round - 15-16 Inch 48hr_06182024 originally from the Lapis-Lazuli mineChrysoprase is a bright apple green, translucent stone, whose color often caused ancient jewelers to confuse it with Emerald. A cryptocrystalline Chalcedony, its brilliant color comes from the presence of very small inclusions of Nickel compounds, as opposed to the presence of Chromium which creates Emeralds green color. Chrysoprase is believed to balance the heart chakra and help one understand their needs and emotions.