Chrysoprase is said to be the favorite crystal of Alexander the Great

According to Albertus Magnus (1206-1280), scientist, philosopher, and theologian — and one of the most widely read and most learned man of his time — it was during the time of Alexander the Great (356-323 BC) that some began calling chrysoprase the “victory stone.” 

As the story goes, Alexander the Great’s amazing eleven-year winning streak was said to have been due to the fact that he always wore a “prase” stone on his belt or “girdle.”

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