Dioptase Specimen
Dioptase is found in the United States, Nambia, Chile, and Russia. It was first thought to be Emerald, confused for it's rich dark green color, but it is a much softer mineral than Emerald, and more suitable for collections and metaphysical use than daily wear in jewelry. The remarkable, brilliant color of Dioptase rivals that of Emerald, and is in some cases even more enchanting. Metaphysically, Dioptase is a wonderful mineral for attracting abundance, wealth, and prosperity. It works to bring about all the comforts the physical plane has to offer. Connecting strongly to the Heart Chakra, Dioptase is particularly adept at clearing past life programming or old emotional cords that are draining our heart energy in the present. It is a useful aid in releasing our expectations of others, and the expectations they have of us. In this way, Dioptase is a soothing ally in tough family dynamics, where old patterns of behavior are inherited or passed down, and it is also powerful in times of ro