Chalcedony

Meaning of Chalcedony 

Chalcedony Crystal Meaning - Sacred stone. Symbolizes benevolence and good will. Alleviates hostilities, irritability and melancholy. It enhances generosity, responsiveness and receptivity. Chalcedony embodies tranquility, harmony, and balance. Its soothing energy promotes inner peace and mindfulness, easing stress and anxiety. Symbolizing clarity and purification, it encourages self-expression and emotional healing. With its diverse colors and patterns, chalcedony inspires creativity and fosters a deeper connection to oneself and the world.

Physical Properties

Chalcedony is a type of microcrystalline quartz that belongs to the cryptocrystalline silica group of minerals. It is a variety of silica composed of very fine intergrowths of quartz and moganite. Quartz is Si02 and crystallizes in the hexagonal system. Moganite is also Si02, but it crystallizes in the monoclinic system. Chalcedony is characterized by its smooth and waxy texture and typically appears translucent to opaque. The mineral can display a wide range of colors, including white, gray, blue, pink, green, and various shades of brown.  The basic chemical formula for chalcedony is:  SiO2, Silicon Oxygen.