CRYSTAL: Red Jasper

This month at Satin Crystals we are having our weekly meditations on Red Jasper. All Red Jasper is 10% off this month!

Jasper is formed when silica-rich waters flow through cracks of rocks picking up an assortment of other minerals along the way. Silica is the main component of Quartz. Jasper is a form of Chacledony, which is formed from microscopic Quartz. Jasper is the opaque variety of Chalcedony and comes in numerous colors because it incorporates other minerals into its structure for color and solidity.

Jasper is found worldwide, wherever microscopic Quartz is found. You will often see white Quartz veins running through your Jasper stones. Because it is related to Quartz, it has similar Mohs Scale of Hardness of 6.5 - 7.5. Because it is relatively hard, Jasper is easily made into a variety of objects, carvings and jewelry.

Red Jasper contains Hematite. Brecciated Jasper, which has the same energy as Red Jasper, is red, black and beige and is formed when the stone becomes fractured by movement in the earth and Chalcedony naturally refills the fractures to form this mottled stone.

Energetic nature of all Jaspers:
*Jasper is the Supreme Nurterer, it supports you during times of stress and illness
*Place it under your pillow for better Dream Recall
*Hold or place at your feet for Grounding (reconnecting with the physical world)
*Take as a gem elixir to balance circulation and digestion
*Use at the Sacral chakra to increase sexual pleasure
*Jasper works over a long period of time, so dedicate a few pieces as your own and over time they will correspond to your unique vibrations.

Energetic nature of Red Jasper:
*Red Jasper is the Stone of Health
*Take as a gem elixir to detoxify the organs
*Wear or hold to increase your physical energy, especially when feeling weak
*Work with Red Jasper over a period of time to tune into your survival instincts
*Meditate with Red Jasper to contact your animal spirit guides.

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