Jasper has been used for fertility in metaphysical healing. It is also known to be used as an aphrodisiac and stimulates sexual activity. Jasper alleviates stress and negative energy bringing a feeling of comfort and security. We are capable of bringing joy and substance to others lives. It can be a reminder that we are not alone on this physical plane. It promotes mindfulness and rekindles the connection with all living things. ![]() Jasper is known to induce feelings of patience, compassion, humility and generosity. It can aid in self-discipline which is helpful to addicts of any kind. When worn for a period of time it is known to gradually heal emotionally and physically, which increases strength and vitality. In general, Jasper is grounding and connects us to the earth. Different colored Jasper has been named differently to market and sell. Depending on the impurities and circumstance, colors and patterns are created. Jasper is made of microscopic crystals that have combined with other minerals or metal oxides. There are thousands of varieties of Jasper. ![]() The Native Americans believed Jasper would bring rain. The stone was used to chase away evil and protect from venomous snakes and spiders. Ancient Egyptians carved hieroglyphics into Jasper and buried it with the dead to help aid in safe passage to the afterlife. Jasper can be found all around the world and we have evidence that many ancient cultures coveted the stone. It is referenced in Hebrew, Assyrian and Latin literature from ancient times. ![]() Jasper was worn by shamans, kings and priests. They also found Jasper seals in a dig site in Crete dated back to 1800 B.C. Jasper is found in Indonesia, Egypt, Brazil, Venezuela, Madagascar, India, Russia, Kazakhstan, Australia, Uraguay and the U.S.Īrcheologists have found bow drills, simple machines utilizing friction to create fire, made from Jasper dating back to 4000 B.C. The name Jasper originates from the Old French word ‘Jaspre’ meaning ‘spotted or speckled stone’. It is a very grainy version of chalcedony. It is an opaque variety of Chalcedony Quartz. There are so many different types of Jasper with different colors, banding, striping or patterns. It can be red, white, black, orange, yellow, brown, green, blue and purple or any combination of those colors in all shades. It is rare to find Jasper in one color, they are commonly bi-colored or multicolored.
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