Hydrogrossular Garnet 8mm Round - 15-16 Inch PANTONE Fall Chrysoprase is believed to balance

Chrysoprase is believed to balance the heart chakra and help one understand their needs and emotions

the mineral was named for French paleontologist Eugene Durmortier (1803-1873)

At times in ancient history

iron or manganese impurities within the stone

but those varieties are transparent

Hydrogrossular Garnet 8mm Round - 15-16 Inch PANTONE Fall Chrysoprase is believed to balanceHydrogrossular garnet is an especially rare gemstone. It's defined by a bright green color, and most commonly found with black inclusions. These inclusions are chromite, and the green color is caused by a reaction in the stone when the chrome is introduced to water. The green coloring has likened the stone of jadeite in the past, and because its hardness has made the stone perfect for beads and cabochons.