Apple Green Chrysoprase Rondelle Beads Necklace From Australia - 17"

A very nice and rare gem quality Chrysoprase necklace with beautiful green beads. The beads are rondelle and are 9mm in diameter.
Chrysoprase is considered the most valuable stone in the Calcedony group, the coloring agent is nickel.
Location: Queensland, Australia
Size: 17 Inches ( 42 Centimeters)
Weigh: 37.8 Grams

Interesting Fact: Chrysoprase used to be referred to as "the stone of Venus," and was often used by the Greeks, Romans and Egyptians to make seals, signets, jewelry and other ornamental objects because of its beautiful green color. It is said to have been the favorite gemstone of Alexander the Great.