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Jasper
The Nurturing Stone
- Color
- Varies widely — red, yellow, brown, green, and patterned combinations
- Chakra
- Varies by color (commonly Root)
- Zodiac
- Leo
- Element
- Earth
- Hardness
- 6.5–7 (Mohs)
- Origin
- India, Brazil, Madagascar, United States
An opaque, patterned form of chalcedony, Jasper comes in more colors and patterns than almost any other stone family — yet nearly every variety shares the same quiet, grounding, nurturing signature underneath.
Used for:
- Grounding scattered or anxious energy
- Providing slow, steady emotional support through hard stretches
- Encouraging patience and a sense of wholeness
- Anchoring the body during stress or big change
A dependable, everyday family of stones — supportive rather than showy.
