Describing something that contains, resembles, or is made from chrysolite, especially gemstones with a golden-yellow color.
From chrysolite (gold stone) + -ic (having the quality of). This adjective indicates something has the properties or appearance of chrysolite gemstones.
When ancient texts describe 'chrysolitic vessels' or 'chrysolitic decorations,' they're talking about objects made from or decorated with this greenish-gold stone, which would have gleamed beautifully in candlelight in ancient temples and palaces!
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