Mined from: Africa

Description: African chrysoprase palmstones offer a vibrant, tactile connection to one of the rarest and most valued forms of chalcedony. Colored by traces of nickel, this variety of quartz displays a luminous apple-green hue that can range from milky mint to deep jade-like tones, depending on the deposit. Mined from areas in southern Africa—particularly Zimbabwe and South Africa—these palmstones are shaped from nodular veins that formed in lateritic nickel deposits, where silica-rich solutions slowly filled cavities over geologic time. Unlike many vividly colored stones, this green isn’t due to dye or inclusions but a natural mineralogical reaction, making each piece a rare geological event frozen in stone.

Historically, chrysoprase was prized by ancient Greeks and Romans, who carved it into seals and intaglios and associated it with Venus, the goddess of love and beauty. Though deposits have been found in many parts of the world, African material is especially vivid and has seen increased attention in recent decades for its durability and saturated color. The smooth, rounded shape of these palmstones highlights the subtle translucency and polish potential of African chrysoprase, turning a naturally rare stone into a soothing, portable piece of geological art. Each palmstone speaks to the forces of weathering, chemistry, and time that transformed nickel-rich soil into a gem-quality chalcedony.

Metaphysically, African chrysoprase is believed to hold strong energies of renewal, forgiveness, and personal growth. Often linked to the heart chakra, it’s said to help release emotional blockages and foster a deeper connection to one’s inner truth. Many use it for calming anxiety and promoting feelings of compassion, both for others and for oneself. In palmstone form, it becomes an ideal tool for meditation or simply carrying throughout the day—offering a moment of grounding through both touch and energy.

Chemical Composition: SiO₂

Chakra: Heart

Small
Approximate Size of 1 Piece: 35mm x 30mm x 9mm
Approximate Weight of 1 Piece: 14g

Large
Approximate Size of 1 Piece: 45mm x 45mm x 11mm
Approximate Weight of 1 Piece: 37g

Quantity: 1pc

We do our best to buy quality products- although not every rock is the same. If you choose to purchase the "staff pick option", we will select the best of the batch for you. Otherwise, it will be at random from the larger batch we have in stock.