Australian Chrysoprase 5x10-20mm Top Drill Teeth - 15-16 Inch December Birthstone it occurs in a wide

it occurs in a wide variety of patterns

which make the shells attractive as decorative objects

and Egyptians were mining the stone as early as 3200 BCE

it makes it easier to polish and brings out the vibrant colors

while today it is primarily mined in Africa

Australian Chrysoprase 5x10-20mm Top Drill Teeth - 15-16 Inch December Birthstone it occurs in a wideChrysoprase 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.