Chrysoprase

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Chrysoprase
Chemical composition Silicon dioxide SiO2
Crystal system Trigonal
Habit Aggregate
Hardness 6.5 - 7
Refractive index ± 1.54
Specific gravity 2.55 - 2.70
Lustre Vitreous
Chrysoprase Cabochon
Photo courtesy of Rick Martin