Red Jasper

Grounding • Stimulating • Taking Action • Courage • Willpower • Determination

Energetic properties

Red Jasper is grounding and protective, helping you plant both feet firmly on the ground. It supports goal achievement and turning ideas into actions. The stone promotes assertiveness, perseverance, determination, and courage. It reduces fear of conflict, enhances resilience and assertiveness, and fosters honesty, sincerity, and helpfulness. It brings balance to body, mind, and spirit. Red Jasper also absorbs negative energy and protects against radiation and external influences. Additionally, it strengthens personal power and has a beneficial effect on blood, liver, and metabolism.

Suitable for children from around 2 years old.

Formation

Jasper forms through hydrothermal processes and volcanic activity. It begins with silica-rich fluid solutions that penetrate cracks and cavities in rocks. These solutions contain dissolved silica (SiO₂) and other minerals.

As the solution cools, silica begins to crystallize around nucleation points, such as small crystals or organic material. This is known as epitaxial growth, where new crystals align with the original crystal structure.

During growth, additional minerals and pigments may be incorporated into the silica solution, resulting in the various colors and patterns seen in different types of jasper. In the case of Red Jasper, iron oxides, manganese oxides, and elements such as hematite contribute to its characteristic red coloration.

The growth process is slow and can take many years, eventually resulting in dense, compact stones with varied colors, textures, and patterns.

Etymology

The name comes from the Greek word 'iaspis' or the ancient Hebrew 'yashpheh', meaning 'spotted stone'. A reference to the distinctive patterns often found in jasper. 'Red' refers to the color of this specific variety.

Care

Jasper is relatively hard and durable and doesn’t require special care. It can be cleaned under running water and gently patted dry with a soft cloth. It may also be cleansed and recharged using sage, incense or moonlight.

Origin

Well-known sources include Brazil, the United States, Germany, Russia and South Africa.

Availability

Red Jasper is common and can be found worldwide, so it is not considered rare. However, quality and size may vary, and exceptionally large or high-quality crystals may be more valuable.

Properties

Composition: SiO₂
Hardness: 6.5-7
Density: 2.5-2.9

Associated with Red Jasper