Prasiolite is a green quartz that is colored by inclusions of minerals within the stone. It is actually a variety […]
Prasiolite (Green Amethyst)
Name: Prasiolite (also known as Green Amethyst)
Mineral Category and Species: Quartz
Structure: Hexagonal crystal system
Chemical Composition: SiO₂
Color: Light green to medium green
Optical Properties:
- Transparent to translucent
- Refractive index: 1.544–1.553
- Birefringence: 0.009
Hardness: 7
Main Localities: Brazil (Minas Gerais), Poland, Canada, Madagascar, United States (Arizona)
Planet & Zodiac:
- Associated Planet: Mercury
- Zodiac: Capricorn
Uses:
- Jewelry
- Gemstone in carvings
Healing Properties:
- Promotes calmness and emotional balance
- Enhances spiritual growth and opens the heart chakra
- Improves clarity and focus
Is Prasiolite Stone Heat Treated?
Prasiolite, also known as green amethyst. Its striking green color results from the heat treatment of naturally colored purple amethyst. […]
Are Prasiolite and Green Amethyst the Same?
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Is Prasiolite Real or Fake?
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