Chrysoprase Stone Beads | Rectangles | 8mm x 12mm

The chrysophrase stone is the rarest and more valuable form of chalcedony, standing out over such steadfast gems as agate, tiger's eye, and onyx. These chrysophrase beads feature the coloration that the stone is best known for, a bright green like the kind that adorns granny smith apples. Throughout history, chrysoprase has been used by many kings and emperors, although perhaps none so famously as King Frederick the Great of Prussia, who adorned his capital city, Prague, with the chrysoprase stone. Because chrysophrase has such a treasured and storied history, it is also believed by some people to hold special properties. Specifically, because of its relations to power, the chrysoprase stone is thought to imbue wearers with poise and dignity without inflating egos. Item Details:These rectangular shaped chrysoprase beads are included on an approx. 16-inch-long strand. Each bead individually measures about 8mm x 12mm. These pretty green chrysophrase beads also have a few veins of brown w