Many use Red Jasper as a calming stone and to stimulate the Root Chakra. Some Native American cultures consider Red Jasper to symbolize the blood of the Earth, making it particularly sacred. Red Jasper is full of grounding Earth energy. Red Jasper can connect one deeply to the vibrations of the Earth, bringing a greater understanding of the necessity of natural events. You can use Jasper to further your knowledge of the connection between humans and nature.
A gentle stone, Red Jasper works slowly and effectively, and is a great stone to ground anyone who is overly sensitive to crystalline energy. Red Jasper aids in resolving difficult situations and can be used to ground and stabilize the Aura. Using Jasper can bring helpful insights into view that can help to progress toward set goals, or to understand why a change may be necessary. Red Jasper is a staple of the medicine bag.
In general, Jasper is known as the “supreme nurturer”. It sustains and supports during times of stress, and brings tranquility and wholeness. Used in healing, Jasper unifies all aspects of your life. Jasper reminds people to help each other.
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| Physical and Metaphysical Properties for | |
| PROPERTIES FOR STONE | |
| Crystal Name: | Red Jasper |
| Pronunciation: | red JAS-per |
| CRYSTAL MEANING | |
| Affirmation: | I am open to all that is around me and all that is within me. |
| Question: | Are you open to all that is? |
| PRIMARY PROPERTIES | |
| Astrological Sign: | Aries (March 21 to April 19), Taurus (April 20 to May 20) |
| Primary Chakra: | Root Chakra |
| STONE NAME INFORMATION TAGS | |
| Color: | Red |
| Location: | Africa, Brazil, China, India, Madagascar, Peru, South Africa |
| Rarity: | Common |
| Mineral Class: | Silicates |
| Crystal System: | Trigonal Crystal System |
| Hardness: | 7 Hardness |
| Numerical Vibration: | Number 6 |
| Chemical Composition: | SiO2, Silicon Dioxide with Iron Oxide Impurities |
| COMMON CONDITIONS | |
| Physical: | Athletic Ability, Body Temperature Regulation, Cancer, Circulatory Problems, Dizziness, Libido/Sex Drive, Liver Disorders and Health, Low Blood Pressure, Menstrual Cramps and Menstruation, Physical Protection, Physical Strength, Reproductive Organs Uterus, Stomach Problems/Constipation/Diarrhea, Vertigo, Vitality, Weakness |
| Emotional: | Grounding |
| Spiritual: | Dream Interpretation and Recall, Kundalini Energy, Root Chakra |
| GRADE DESCRIPTIONS | |
| Extra Grade: | Beautiful bright red color, opaque, < 10% matrix |
| A Grade: | Nice red color, opaque, 10% - 25% matrix |
| B Grade: | Poor red color, opaque, and/or > 25% matrix |
| REFERENCES | |
| Reference 1: | http://www.healingcrystals.com/Zodiac_Angel_Grids_Articles_12177.html |
| Posted on March 29, 2013 |
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| I have a jasper which is a very dark chocolate color brown. Would that be concidered a brown or a red or does it have a different name altogether? I would really appreciate some help. Thanks. Carmel (Submitted by: CARMEL on January 01, 2010) |
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