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IMA mineral species Healing crystal

Chrysoberyl

✦ Stone of Optimism ✦

Crystal lore: 🌿 Healing🦋 Transformation🔥 Confidence🔮 Intuition

BeAl₂O₄

Oxide mineral.

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Chrysoberyl specimen
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Properties

⛏ Mohs hardness8.5
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Harder than quartz: scratches glass and steel.

⚖ Density3.713 g/cm³
Heavy
🔷 Orthorhombic✏️ streak white
Chemical formulaBeAl₂O₄
ElementsBe, Al, O
Crystal systemOrthorhombic
Mohs hardness8.5
Density3.713 g/cm³
Streakwhite
Color—
IMA symbolCbrl
Nickel–Strunz class4.BA.05

“—” means no reliable value in Wikidata yet. Check Mindat for full data.

🌍 Where it's found

Type locality (where it was first described): Brazil

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Marker positions are approximate (region or locality level). Type localities from Wikidata; notable sources curated by Crystopedia.

Varieties & related stones

✨ Metaphysical & Folklore

These are traditional and folk beliefs from crystal lore. They are not scientific or medical claims – crystals are not a substitute for professional care.

Associated with generosity, optimism and new beginnings.

Traditional uses
optimism, generosity, renewal
Chakra
Solar Plexus Crown
Zodiac
♌Leo
Element
🔥Fire

💞 Pairs well with (traditional pairings)

CalciteWorks the same Solar Plexus & Crown chakra, adding energy cleansing. PeridotBoth carry the theme of renewal, so together they're thought to reinforce it. AmberAnother Solar Plexus chakra stone, used alongside chrysoberyl for warmth. AventurinePaired in tradition for optimism, with Aventurine bringing luck as well. Smoky QuartzA grounding root stone to balance chrysoberyl's high, spiritual energy.

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