Red Jasper Pendant

Jasper is generally classified as a chalcedony, with up to 20% of foreign impurities giving it its various colors. Jasper can be found worldwide. Red jasper symbolizes power and strength.

Stone size: approx. 21 x 30 mm, set in 925 sterling silver

The name jasper comes from the Greek and means "speckled stone." However, in ancient times, completely different minerals were called jasper. Jasper is usually classified as a chalcedony, and foreign impurities of up to 20% give it its various colors. Jasper can be found worldwide.

Red jasper (also called flint) represents courage and willpower, energy, and personal development. It activates our mental powers and prepares us to face challenges.

Physically, red jasper is primarily said to warm and invigorate, stimulate blood circulation, stabilize the heart and circulation, and generally strengthen the heart. Red jasper is also often used for fever and during convalescence after long illnesses.

Mineralogy: Red microcrystalline, granular quartz
Mineral class: Oxides/Termosilicates
Formula: SiO2
Crystal system: trigonal
Origin: secondary
Color: brick red, dark red