Natural stone jasper - protection and medicine

From time immemorial, precious minerals accompanied a man. Gems have always fascinated, evoked the desire to possess them. This is especially strong in the representatives of the weaker half of humanity, who considered the shining stones to be the best possible ornament. Success and now enjoy many minerals, not only precious and semiprecious, but also ornamental. Among such - a stone jasper, since ancient times known to people under a variety of names: "jasper" - from the Greeks, "yashp" - from the Persians, "speckled stone" - from the Rusics. Speaking of meat agate, tiger stone, German lapis and prazeme, also meant a jasper stone.

This gem is formed by sedimentary rocks, which have a fine-grained structure. The basis of jasper is quartz and chalcedony, and the presence of other minerals in smaller quantities determines the final color of the mineral. Instead of chalcedony, clay and sometimes siliceous cement may act as a spike for the grains of quartz. After processing and polishing, the products from this opaque stone turn out to be glossy and have almost a mirror shine. As an ornamental material, jasper is a very popular stone, the properties and parameters of which are valued by stone decorators and jewelers. It has sufficient hardness and density, is resistant to abrasion, therefore it is durable and durable.

There are no other ornamental gems that would be as varied in color and range of combined shades as a jasper stone (the photos presented here can not convey all the color splendor). Very much appreciated landscape jasper, patterns on which resemble pictures of nature. Among the colors of these gems (monochromatic, spotted, banded, ribbon), the most colorful are the variegated specimens.

The natural stone of jasper is extracted in deposits all over the world. But the Russian Mountain Altai, the North Caucasus and the Urals give the best quality jasper. Long since the mineral was used in the manufacture of vases, mosaics, palace ornaments. Now, it is more often used for souvenirs and as an element of jewelry.

Curious properties possessed a jasper stone, from the point of view of magicians and ancient physicians. It was often used in magical rites. He served as a material for the production of amulets protecting from envy and amulets, giving harmony in the house. There is a belief that jasper stones of dark color are older and stronger. Contemporary esotericists consider this gem to be a stone of brave souls, strengthening the spirit, giving wisdom and approaching victory. It is a kind of energy donor for the owner.

Among the supporters of the use of jasper as a medicine were Avicenna and Hippocrates. They believed that it would help the owner to prevent fever, cure epilepsy, diseases of the eyes, kidneys, bladder, even protect against the effects of poisons. Jashme blood-red color was attributed to the ability to stop bleeding.

Like every strong talisman, jasper does not suit everyone. It is believed that the maximum benefit it will bring to those born under the constellations of Pisces and Virgo. Sagittarius and Taurus can also be under her protection. But to refrain from wearing jasper jewelry is better than Gemini and Aries.