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Chemical Composition:
Cryptocrystalline Silica (SiO2)
Hardness on Mohs Scale:
6.5 - 7 Mohs Hardness
Color Varieties:
White, Gray, Blue, Brown, and Pink
Locality:
California, Nevada, Oregon, Iceland, India, Mexico, Namibia, and Russia
Metaphysical Properties:
Chalcedony is known as a nurturing stone and promotes feelings of generosity and good will. It brings calmness and tranquility to the mind allowing one to let go of negative thoughts and emotions.
Chalcedony instills happiness, harmony and self-expression. It is helpful in removing hostility, cultivating empathy, and improves communication. It can also assist with enhancing dream recall and promoting introspection.
Associated Chakras:
Throat
Zodiac Signs:
Gemini and Cancer
Scientific Information:
Chalcedony forms from watery silica gels at relatively low temperatures. It is typically translucent to opaque, and its crystals are typically microcrystalline and do not have a distinct crystal shape. They are instead made up of a fine-grained mixture of tiny crystals.
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