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The gorgeous bluish green tinge of Chrysocolla will remind you of the sea and its gentle calming nature. The name evolves from the Greek words chrysos and kolla which means gold and glue respectively. This beautiful mineral is often mistaken to be a turquoise. Numerous myths and legends are associated with this mineral. The medicinal property of healing ulcers and arthritis is attached to it. The gemstone has the reputation of being able to enhance creativity and female energy.
The chemical name of Chrysocolla is hydrated copper silicate and its formula is (Cu,Al)2H2Si2O5(OH)4•nH2O. Though Chrysocolla is a gem stone it is not possible to make jewelry with it as in its pure form it is too supple. There is no cleavage in this gem and bluish green to white streaks embellish the stone. It is suggested that Chrysocolla is more of a mineraloid than an original mineral. The gleam of Chrysocolla varies, it can be brownish, waxy or glassy thus to determine the actual characteristics of this mineral is almost impossible.
Chrysocolla is available around the globe at various places. The main occurrences of this mineral or mineraloid are in the mines where copper deposits are in abundance. Israel, Congo, Chili, Zaire, Australia, U.S.A, France are the regions where the mineral is widely found.
Jewelries like earrings, pendants, bracelets are found in all the renowned jewelry stores around the world. Gold and platinum jewelry adorned with this famous gem is bound to enhance the beauty of any lady.
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