A mineral, crystal, or stone that is treasured or prized, often with golden coloring; alternately, a person who loves or collects such minerals.
From Greek 'chrysos' (gold) and 'philites' (lover of stones or crystals). This term combines mineralogical and personal interest to describe both the objects of desire and the people who desire them.
The distinction between 'chrysophilist' (gold lover) and 'chrysophilite' (golden stone lover) shows how precise Greek-based terminology can be—a single letter changes whether you're talking about a person or their treasure!
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