When gold was discovered in the Western Australian Outback, prospectors discovered a creamy yellow stone hidden in nodules alongside the veins. It looked like a lemony green form of the crystal-like chrysoprase. But this stone is actually a different mineral altogether.
Then hot groundwater containing nickel salts seeps through the ground, the silica-rich solution pools and hardens within the host rock. The result is this soft, smooth stone, sometimes filled with delicate chocolate-colored veins creating intriguing patterns on its surface. For centuries it has been the stone of choice for carving beads and sculptures.
Lemon Chyrsoprase is called the Stone of Settlement because it helps harmonize even the most difficult of relationships. It is said to help overcome fear and provide an inspirational presence. Healers use it to help one build a bridge to the next phase of life. Artists use it to channel their creativity and open themselves to new concepts.