Chalcedony is a timely (aphanitic) variety, which is milky or bell-like, often kidney-like, bell-like, grape-like, and has a waxy luster. It is formed under the condition of low temperature and low pressure, and appears in caves, hydrothermal veins, hot spring sediments, clastic sediments and weathered shells of ejected rocks. Some chalcedony tuberculosis will contain water and bubbles, which is very interesting. Known as agate, it is the same mineral. The aphanitic with banded structure should be agate, and the aphanitic without banded structure and uniform color should be chalcedony.

The difference between chalcedony and jadeite

Chalcedony belongs to jade, but it doesn't belong to jade. In modern times, "jade" is divided into two categories: jadeite and nephrite. Emerald mainly refers to Hetian jade in Xinjiang. The concept of "jade" is much larger than that of "jade", including Hetian jade, jadeite, crystal, amber, agate and so on. The composition of chalcedony and jadeite is also very different, which is the biggest difference between chalcedony and jadeite. The main mineral component of chalcedony is aphanitic, with different shapes and sizes, and its luster is mostly glass or wax, translucent or slightly transparent, which is the same mineral as agate, while the main component of jade is Ca2(Mg, Fe)5Si8O22(OH)2.

Efficacy and function of chalcedony

1, Physiology: Foreign literature records that chalcedony can reduce eye problems, and it is also helpful to liver, gallbladder, bladder, bones and blood circulation system. It is said that wearing chalcedony can relieve pain and promote breastfeeding of pregnant women. Ruby can improve endocrine, strengthen blood circulation, eliminate sexual barriers, improve sexual ability and avoid infertility.

2, psychology: pink chalcedony corresponds to the heart chakra, which can increase the opposite sex, attract wonderful love, and bring good popularity and popularity. Blue chalcedony corresponds to the laryngeal chakra and has the ability to strengthen self-expression and communication and coordination. Romantic chalcedony corresponds to eyebrow chakra, which can increase spirituality and predict the future.

3. Spirituality: The ancient Romans believed that wearing chalcedony could ward off evil spirits, keep peace and avoid some negative energy, which was an excellent amulet for people who often traveled abroad. Legend has it that chalcedony represents the moon and is closely related to water, so wearing chalcedony can prevent drowning and accidents and avoid the intrusion of witchcraft.

Complete collection of chalcedony species

1, chalcedony: The main component of chalcedony is silica, which belongs to the category of crystal. In fact, white chalcedony is a substance with ordinary sand, but when silicon dioxide forms crystals, it becomes crystals, and when it becomes gelatinous, it becomes agate. If silica gel contains water, it will become opal. If the particles of silica are very small, it becomes white chalcedony.

2. Red chalcedony: Red chalcedony is translucent chalcedony with delicate texture, crystal clear, pure and strong color and high hardness. With a tap, the sound is crisp and pleasant. Compared with the expensive jadeite, it is a natural gem that is close to the people and is widely loved by the general public.

3. Blue chalcedony: Like other colored gems, blue chalcedony has its own unique symbolic significance. People think that blue chalcedony can give the wearer a soft heart and help to adjust his mood. Blue chalcedony, a symbol of trust and kindness, can help the wearer cultivate tolerance, help the wearer shape a sound personality, help the wearer shape an open-minded personality, help strengthen the wearer's interpersonal relationship and communication skills, and help the wearer eliminate irritability and prejudice.

4, blood chalcedony: blood chalcedony is blood stone, the legendary sacred stone, with the legend of Christian descent. Blood chalcedony is a dark green stone with red spots. These red spots look particularly like blood drops, hence the name "blood stones". The ancient Egyptians used chalcedony powder to treat excessive blood loss, and mixed it with honey as a blood tonic.

5. chrysotile: chrysotile has a little yellow in the refreshing emerald, which often reminds people of "a gem born in gold". Its color and appearance are particularly like jade, which is favored by everyone. In ancient Rome and Victorian times, people often thought that chrysoprase was a powerful therapeutic stone and a well-known ornament.

6. Top chalcedony: Top chalcedony is a rare chalcedony color, of which the most precious is the golden and transparent Golden Water Bodhi. Gold represents wealth and luck, so it is more popular with business people, white-collar workers and businessmen.

7. Black chalcedony: Black chalcedony is one of the most common chalcedony colors. Because it is formed at a relatively low temperature, it contains a lot of other mineral elements, and because it contains more iron, potassium and selenium compounds, its color is purple-black and dark black.

8. Purple chalcedony: Purple chalcedony is commonly known as purple jade. The original stone is reddish purple, deep purple or even white purple. The crystal is opaque to translucent, with hardness of 6 ~ 8 degrees and specific gravity of 2.58 1. The original stone is purple-black, without impurities, and its bright waxy luster and soft purple luster show the beauty of grace. The occurrence of purple chalcedony and blue chalcedony are very similar, both of which are developed in the veins in the cracks of Duluanshan breccia.