Chrysoprase tumbled stones from Uzbekistan (new discovery 2021)

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Dimensions / Volume: 20-30mm

We won't be attending the 43rd Tucson Fair in 2021 due to the coronavirus pandemic and Arizona/USA, which has a negative travel advisory! However, we have contacted our regular suppliers and had their latest products sent to us, including this one!

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Description

Chrysoprase (Greek: chrysos, gold, and prason, leek) is a variety of the mineral chalcedony, with which it shares its chemical, optical, and physical properties. It may contain small amounts of nickel and has a color that can range from apple green to deep green. Chrysoprase is often used as a gemstone. Chrysoprase is mined in Australia (Queensland and Western Australia), Germany, Poland, Russia, the United States (in the states of Arizona and California), and Brazil.