Locality: Madagascar
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Mineral: Chrysocolla (Hydrated Copper Silicate)
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Chemical Formula: Approximately (Cu,Al)₂H₂Si₂O₅(OH)₄·nH₂O; composition varies
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Hardness: 2–4 on the Mohs scale; silica-rich varieties may be harder
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Color: Turquoise blue, blue-green, emerald green, and deep teal
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Luster: Dull to waxy; glassy when silicified and polished
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Formation: Forms in the oxidized zones of copper deposits through the weathering and alteration of copper-bearing minerals
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Origin: Peru, Chile, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Israel, Mexico, Madagascar and the United States
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Unique Feature: Vibrant blue-green coloring caused by copper, often occurring alongside malachite, azurite, quartz, and other copper minerals
Metaphysical Properties
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Known As: Stone of Communication & Tranquility
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Energy: Calming, nurturing, and balancing
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Chakras: Throat and heart
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Emotional Support: Believed to encourage emotional balance, patience, and peaceful self-expression
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Spiritual Meaning: Traditionally associated with wisdom, compassion, and honest communication
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Symbolism: Harmony, serenity, understanding, and personal growth
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Intention: Speak your truth with kindness, embrace inner peace, and welcome harmony into your life.
Common Uses
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Tumbling: Silica-rich chrysocolla can produce beautiful polished stones; softer material requires special care and may not tumble well.
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Carving: Suitable for cabochons, hearts, spheres, and decorative carvings when sufficiently stabilized or naturally hardened by silica.
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Jewelry Making: Popular for pendants, earrings, beads, and cabochons; protective settings are recommended for softer specimens.
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Landscaping & Décor: Attractive for indoor displays, decorative bowls, and protected stone arrangements; prolonged outdoor exposure is not recommended.
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Crafts & Collections: Valued for lapidary projects, copper mineral collections, polished specimens, and natural mineral displays.
Photos have not been edited or altered, just taken in different daylight conditions to show the variation in color. Pieces are held in hand to help with scale and does not necessarily represent 1 pound. Specific pieces photographed may no longer be available.