| Crystal structure:
Monoclinic |
Composition:
Hydrated copper silicate |
Hardness:
2 |
Chrysocolla usually occur as a bright green or bluish
crust, or as compact, grape like groups. Crystals intergrown with quartz
or with opal are more commonly used in jewelry.
Occurrence:
Copper mining areas, particularly Chile, the former USSR, and Zaire.
"Eilat stone" (intergrown with malachite and turquoise) reputedly came
from King Solomon's mines.
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Metaphysical: Stimulates the
mind while calming the emotions. Provides great inner peace and
strength.
Attracts prosperity and good luck.
Dispels negativity and keeps the mind clear and open..
Associated with tranquility, serenity, peace, subconscious wisdom,
intuition, patience, nurturance, acceptance, tolerance, unconditional
love, calmness, meditation, honesty, hope, intimacy, gentleness and
sensitivity.
Gentle, soothing, friendly, flushes and heals heart blocks (loss, hurt,
guilt, fear...) for flexibility, self-forgiveness, patience. Keeps one
in light, love, and healing daily. Physical:
Throat, expressing feelings, verbal and artistic creativity, thyroid.
heart, blood sugar, and emotional balance. Draws out pain, heat (fevers,
inflammations, arthritis, diabetes, asthma, and leukemia). |
