Chalcedony is a form of Quartz that occurs in a great variety of colours including blue, lavender, white, buff, light tan, grey, yellow, pink, red or brown. If Chalcedony is colour-banded, it is known as Agate. Other forms of this gemstone are Bloodstone, Carnelian, Chrome Chalcedony, Chrysoprase, Moss Agate, and Onyx. Chalcedony is considered a sacred stone by the Native American Indians, as it is thought to nurture and promote brotherhood and good will. The name Chalcedony is derived from the ancient Byzantine port city of Chalcedon, known today as Kadikoy in Turkey.
Mohs Hardness
Gemstone hardness is measured on the Mohs scales. This stone is 6 – 7 on the Mohs scale. For further information please see http://www.geologypage.com/2016/04/mohs-hardness-scale.html
Sources
USA, Russia, Namibia, India, New Zealand, Morocco, Mexico, Brazil, and Turkey.
Gemstone Meaning
Chalcedony will allow you to turn your focus to the spiritual world without losing your objective or your positive look at the future. It will strengthen your ability to make positive changes in your life. This stone will bring your body, mind, thoughts, and feelings in harmony with your spirit. When you work with Chalcedony energies, you will have more positivity in your heart, mind, and soul.The calming and stabilising energies of Chalcedony will increase your mental abilities and your inner peace.There will also be more emotional honesty and emotional healing.
Spiritual Healing Properties
Chalcedony is a grounding and protective stone that will keep you away from bad influences stimulating your dreams and act as a powerful energiser.Chalcedony is a potent stone associated with integrity and honesty. Chalcedony carries energies of perseverance and strength of will. It is thought to help you achieve your financial goals, and it will help give you more confidence. It is considered to bring you luck, creativity, motivation, and optimism. Wearing Chalcedony regularly is thought to lead you to wealth and prosperity. It’s a creative stone that will impart verbal dexterity and mental flexibility. It will stimulate your memory and help you in learning new things.
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Zodiac Sign
Birthstone
November
Stone Combination
The following are good stones to combine with Chalcedony.
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