Description: Gem silica 17.7 ctw Cabochon rare, top grade blues locally finished. Australia Gem silica is a bluish green to greenish blue variety of chalcedony that receives its vivid color from the presence of copper. It is often known as "chrysocolla chalcedony" or "gem silica chrysocolla." Gem silica is the most valuable variety of chalcedony, with quality cut gemstones selling for over $100 per carat. The best specimens have a pleasing blue color with strong saturation, a uniform translucence, and and a lack of inclusions. Even though gem silica is one of the most beautiful blue gemstones, most people have never heard of it. That is because it is a very rare gem. It is seldom seen in jewelry and is used mainly by a small number of high-end jewelry designers. Gem Silica Meanings Communication, expression of the sacred, goddess energies, gentleness and power Chakras: Throat, heart, base Element: Water Zodiac Signs: Virgo, Gemini, Taurus, Cancer Number: 5 Gem Silica Crystal Healing Properties Gem Silica is believed to facilitate the expression of our heart’s deepest truth and our minds greatest knowledge. Its calming, soothing energy is believed to release stress, anxiety and fear based imbalances in the body. Also, it is thought to dispel fiery energies, angry words and sarcasm. As a stone aligned with Goddess energies, it may balance and empower the feminine energies in both women and men. History and Uses Gem Silica is a form of Chrysocolla which has been infused with Quartz. In ancient Egypt it was referred to as the wise stone, as it was thought to calm the mind and aid in negotiations. It has been known throughout history to bring strength and comfort to those who live alone or in seclusion. Geological Description Gem Silica is a hydrous copper silicate mineral with a hardness of 7. Its crystal system is amorphous. It is frequently found in oxidised copper deposits, often in association with Malachite and Azurite. Deposits are found in Chile, Zaire, Russia and the USA. Affirmation I listen deeply to the voice within and express it with freedom, spontaneity, passion and reverence. Only a few locations have produced noteworthy amounts of gem silica. Most of these locations have been productive for only a few years before being worked out. Gem silica is always associated with copper deposits. It is a secondary mineral that forms as cavity linings and fracture fillings in the rocks above and adjacent to copper deposits. It is even known to occur as a mineral lining in geodes (see photo on this page). Its occurrence, habits, and deposit geometries are like any other type of chalcedony. Commonly associated minerals include quartz, chalcedony, chrysocolla, and malachite. Deposits are usually small in size and volume. It is a material produced by the gram rather than by the ton. The Miami-Inspiration Mine in Arizona is the best recent source of high-quality gem silica. The Keystone Copper Mine in Arizona produced notable amounts of gem silica in the early 1900s. Gem silica has been produced occasionally and in limited amounts from locations in New Mexico, Mexico, Peru, Taiwan, and the Philippines. color : bluish green to greenish blue variety of chalcedony that receives its vivid color from the presence of copper. weight : 17.7 Pictured Cab was cut and polished by IEdesigned. - Tennessee, USA domestic production production and other hand made metal jewelry, custom made and unique pieces find stunning unique jewelry native and personally inspired pieces by local artist and jewelry designer at iedesigned Ships domestic USA only ships safe and secure same or next day usps ground
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