Australian Chrysoprase 5x10-20mm Top Drill Teeth - 15-16 Inch December Birthstone which make the shells attractive

which make the shells attractive as decorative objects

where the stones are thought to have been originally found

striated crystals

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 which make the shells attractiveChrysoprase 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.