Origin

Jasper is an opaque and fine grained variety of Chalcedony. It is found in all colors including: red, brown, pink, yellow, green, grey/white and shades of blue and purple.

It often contains organic material and mineral oxides which give it interesting patterns, bands and colors. Many of these patterns resemble landscapes with mountains and valleys, thus the name "picture" is part of the name of many well know jaspers.

History / Mythology

Jasper was often worn by Shamen to provide protection.  It represents solar energy and is useful in connecting this energy with the solar plexus chakra, aiding the shaman in their healing and magical practices.

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Metaphysical Lore

This mineral is known as the "Supreme Nurturer".  It acts as a reminder that one is not here just for oneself, but also to bring joy and substance to others, assisting others to release the bonds of constraint. Jasper is a sustaining stone, representing the elemental "man".

The ancients revered jasper as sacred, protective, and as a facilitator of safe astral travel.

Jasper has been worn and used by priests and kings and is said to have been one of the stones in the Breastplate of Aaron, the High Priest.  It is further associated with the Hebrew tribe of Asher and the Christian Apostle Simon Peter.

Additional information, specific individual varieties of jasper are listed to the left.  Varieties that contain

(Astrological Sign of Leo - Elemental)

Vibrates to the number 6

Medicinal Lore

Jasper can be useful in balancing the mineral content within the body, and has been reported to help sooth the nerves.