| Chrysoprase Gemstone Information Information * Loose gemstones * Jewelry links Chrysoprase was once used for spiritual protection and was said to be a "victory stone". In the 1800's, it was believed to help thieves escape execution by becoming invisible if a Chrysoprase was held in their mouth. Chrysoprase is a natural green color gemstone from Queensland, Australia, therefore it is often referred to as Australian Jade. |
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ENHANCEMENT CODE N Click to view AGTA code. PROPERTIES Refractive Index 1.535-1.539 Hardness = 6.5-7 (Moh's Scale) Specific Gravity =2.60 Species - Chalcedony Optic Character - aggregate WARNINGS FOR CARE Ultrasonic: Usually safe Steamer: Usually safe Heat: Poor; color change may occur with heat Chemicals that harm: Hydrofluoric acid, nitric acid. |
Crystal Structure Crystal system: Hexagonal, microcrystalline aggregate. MAJOR SOURCES Australia |
Birthstones | |
| January | Garnet | ||
| February | Amethyst | ||
| March | Aquamarine | ||
| April | Diamond | ||
| May | Emerald | ||
| June | Pearl/Alexandrite | ||
| July | Ruby | ||
| August | Peridot | ||
| September | Sapphire | ||
| October | Opal/Tourmaline | ||
| November | Topaz or Citrine | ||
| December | Blue Topaz or Zircon | ||
| Cabochon is the popular cut used in jewelry for Chrysoprase. Cabochons are smooth polished surfaces not faceted. Common Cut Examples. |
