Jasper

Jasper is a very pretty, inexpensive earthstone. It is usually worn as beads or cabochons.

Jasper comes in red, brown, green, greyish-blue, and yellow. Often jasper is multi-colored. Jasper has a hardness rating of 7.

The polish on Jasper will often be washed away in water. Clean with a soft dry cloth.

Jasper is often sealed with petroleum products.

Jasper is found in France, Germany, India, Russia, Venezula and USA (Arizona, California, Utah and Wyoming).

Leopardskin Jasper is said to bring one what they need; Poppy Jasper is said to help bring joy into life. Opalite Jasper is said to help one sleep.

Jasper was thought to drive away evil spirits and protect against snake and spider bites.

Jasper was known as the great "rain-bringer" in the fourth century.