Australian Chrysoprase 3mm Cube Table Cut Banded Bead - 15-16 Inch 5x7-8x10mm It also occurs in golden

It also occurs in golden yellows and browns as well as milky white

the fossilized resin of prehistoric pine trees

It is believed to increase one’s metaphysical connection with the earth

violet or indigo

the inclusions appear more golden or copper

Australian Chrysoprase 3mm Cube Table Cut Banded Bead - 15-16 Inch 5x7-8x10mm It also occurs in goldenChrysoprase 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.