Australian Chrysoprase Natural 10mm Round Step Cut - 15-16 Inch - CLEARANCE HoleMatte It is often thought of

It is often thought of as an all-black stone

and it can be mottled or striated with veins of these colors

1-2 large ranging 20-30mm

features intricate light brown patterns on dark brown stones

Australian Chrysoprase Natural 10mm Round Step Cut - 15-16 Inch - CLEARANCE HoleMatte It is often thought ofChrysoprase 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.