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Chalcedony (/ kælˈsɛdəni / kal-SED-ə-nee, or / ˈkælsəˌdoʊni / KAL-sə-doh-nee) [2] is a cryptocrystalline form of silica, composed of very fine intergrowths of quartz and moganite. [3] These are both silica minerals, but they differ in that quartz has a trigonal crystal structure, while moganite is monoclinic.
Chalcedony is a nurturing stone that promotes harmony, camaraderie, and goodwill, especially when combined with Petrified Wood. It is a stone that will absorb negative energies and dissipate them to not move to your partner and affect your relationship.
Chalcedony is the form of Quartz that is compact and microcrystalline. It occurs in many different forms, colors, and patterns, and many varieties have been used as gemstones since antiquity.
The most common stone sold as chalcedony is a pale blue, banded form of the mineral. This form of chalcedony can be quite expensive for higher-grade material and it remains a common gemstone used in jewelry.
As a gemstone, chalcedony is known for its soft blue hues, affordable price point, and diverse variety. Come along as we explore chalcedony’s meaning and uses, along with its varieties, symbolism, and more.
Chalcedony is a microcrystalline form of silica, composed of silicon dioxide (SiO2). It is a mineral that is found in a variety of colors and patterns and is often used in jewelry making, decorative objects, and industrial applications.
Strictly speaking, most chalcedony (kal SED’ uh nee) is a mixture of microcrystalline or cryptocrystalline quartz and moganite. (Some specimens of this material are free of moganite). In common practice, only the translucent, single-color types of this material are sold under the name “chalcedony.”