A beautiful stone with an intriguing name - bloody jasper - is associated primarily with the color scarlet. But the name of the gem is not related to its color. Most specimens are not red, but green with splashes of red. Our ancestors believed that thanks to its healing powers, the mineral was able to stop bleeding. This property became the basis for the “bloody” name. A variety of jasper has powerful magical powers. If you choose the right gem, it will help change the owner’s life for the better.
From East to West
Jasper was revered in the East, along with jade and jadeite.
There is a myth that the first emperor of Japan (by the way, the great-grandson of the Sun Goddess) received three sacred objects from his great-grandmother. These were a sword, a mirror and a necklace made of jasper. These objects were considered sacred; imperial power without them would be “illegitimate.”
And the Taoists called jasper “the stone of life.” In their opinion, it prolonged life and protected against disease. In medicinal practice, the mineral was placed along with the Taoist panacea for all diseases - mumiyo.
The Buddhists completely agreed with the Taoists in terms of the value of jasper; it was on religious grounds that they had all kinds of graters.
The shamans of Siberia respected the mystical properties of the stone.
Europe began to use the decorative properties of the gem much later than the East. In the Middle Ages, the stone was used purely for medicinal purposes. Pestilence (plague) more than once devastated European cities. Doctors strongly advised everyone to carry a jasper stone in a bag, even unprocessed, as a talisman. But the color of the amulet had to be determined by an astrologer.
Properties of jasper rock
A rock is not a mineral, not a gem. This is jasper, which contains various minerals, composed mainly of silica.
Based on their composition, three groups can be distinguished:
- jasper itself;
- jasperoids;
- jasper-shaped rocks.
Physical properties and characteristics of the breed:
- the rock consists of SiO2, Fe3O4, Al2O3, CaO (the list goes on);
- rock hardness up to 7 on the Mohs scale;
- density 2.65 g/cm2.
Red jaspers get their color from admixtures of hematite, piemontite, or combinations thereof. The rock often contains garnet, which enhances the red tones.
“Range” of colors from crimson to wax-red, almost brick.
The significance of the breed for humans is not only in bringing beauty to people. Although cute trinkets - vases, boxes, writing instruments - are pleasing to the eye. The use of stone in construction, as a facing material, can be seen at some Moscow metro stations.
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Let's get the jasper ourselves
Rock deposits are scattered throughout the world. However, the best examples are still in the Urals.
Mining locations:
- Kola Peninsula;
- Ural;
- Altai.
The Ural deposits stretch in a chain from north to south. The main Ural jasper treasures include 8 types of stones, of which red ones include:
- ribbon Koshkuldinsky;
- flowy yamskie;
- Urazovskaya;
- purple berkutina.
Geologists, like true scientists, wanted to “sort out” all the varieties of such different jasper. We wanted to, but it still doesn’t work out. Here nature does not want to fit into dry definitions. We will tell you about some types of the breed.
- One of the most beautiful landscape jaspers is Kalahari. The color range ranges from dark red to pale pink, with a clear and vibrant “landscape”.
- Wax jasper has a red-brown color. Anyone who has seen sealing wax already knows what this stone looks like. For those who haven’t seen them, we inform you that they have a bright brick shade.
Wax jasper - Red-black jasper is mined near Sukhumi. The stone is the color of ripe, even overripe, cherry. Cherry-black, with scarlet “immature” inclusions.
- Red and white Uraz jasper, or “meat agate”. In the report on the discovery of the Urazovsky deposit it is written: “a stone similar to agate looks red with white veins, like a small glass.”
- It would be a stretch to classify heliotrope as red jasper - green-red, “blood-red jasper”, “bloody jasper”. Although its color is green, blood-red splashes, spots, and stripes are generously scattered across the surface (as well as inside the stone).
- Ocean jasper can only be found in Madagascar. And the field is located extremely inconveniently. You can only get there at low tide, and the mined rock is taken out by boat. The beauty of the stone makes up for the difficulties of extraction. However, like heliotrope, it can be classified as a red jasper with a stretch. Simply because its color may be different. And pale red too.
- Jasper-like quartzite irnimite is cherry rhodonite-like. The drawing on a grayish-red background is clear and large. It is formed by “twigs” of brown, black, dark blue stripes. The stone can be red and white, with mandatory inclusions of blue.
Place of Birth
Heliotrope is not a rare mineral and is mined in many parts of the planet. This is the first time a blood stone has been found in Egypt. In ancient times, such jasper was mined in India in the vicinity of the city of Calcutta.
Nowadays, gem deposits are found in many countries around the world. The main suppliers are the USA, China, Brazil.
In addition, production is carried out on the territory of the Russian Federation. Jasper deposits are located in the Urals.
Most often, heliotrope deposits are located in places with increased volcanic activity.
We are treated with red jaspers
Red jasper has an amazing property. For people living in conditions of lack of sun, carrying an amulet or jewelry with a fire stone means to always be warmed and illuminated by the sun.
The breed has an irreplaceable effect on women's health. It stabilizes and normalizes the functioning of a woman’s “gynecological apparatus”. It is advisable to wear it for medicinal purposes as a bracelet, or simply in a jeans pocket or purse.
Lithotherapists endow the stone with the following healing properties:
- Activates the muscle system.
- Reduces bleeding.
- For stomach diseases, it is good for women to wear very long beads.
- Strengthens and heals the musculoskeletal system.
- Promotes normal functioning of red bone marrow.
- Normalizes the blood formula, can increase the number of red blood cells in the blood. This is what lithotherapists say, but scientists have not conducted research.
- Magicians endowed it with the ability to awaken desires and solve sexual problems.
In massage, lithotherapists often use balls, tumbling, and stone wands.
If you have frequent nosebleeds (there can be many reasons), two jasper plates applied to the nose will help stop the bleeding. But look for the cause of bleeding yourself with doctors, the stone will not do it for you.
Interesting: when doing physical exercise, especially in the fresh air (walking, running), it will be useful to wear a bracelet made of healing red rock.
Therapeutic effect
Blood jasper is known for its healing properties. People have used the healing abilities of the gem since ancient times. Modern fans of traditional medicine and stone therapy continue to do this.
Heliotrope helps:
- fight gastrointestinal diseases;
- restore healthy sleep;
- get rid of nightmares;
- solve problems with the nervous system;
- cope with diseases of the organs of vision;
- restore normal blood circulation;
- improve the condition of the heart muscle;
- regulate kidney function;
- cleanse the body of toxins;
- boost immunity.
The mineral has a positive effect on thought processes, strengthens memory, and promotes greater concentration.
The healing effects of bloody jasper depend on the shape of the stone.
Thus, round specimens help strengthen the body’s defenses. Samples with an elongated shape disperse negative energy around a person, thereby promoting inner peace and preventing the development of diseases.
The magic and mysticism of red stone
Since ancient times, the red breed has been endowed with the ability to give its owner fortitude and courage.
Products made from red jasper
The stone gives the owner good luck in business and protects against despondency.
- Red jasper is the protector and guardian of you and your home. The stone will drive away evil spirits and prevent the evil eye.
- It is useful to wear jewelry with red jasper against damage.
- It is useful for business people to have jewelry made of red stones. This applies not only to women (there are many options here). But a man can also wear a hairpin with a bright stone, a rosary, a bracelet, or a keychain in his tie. Successful trades are practically guaranteed on Tuesdays. On this day, jasper is especially active.
- Red jasper is a “warm stone.” It accelerates the blood and stimulates the functioning of organs. It is useful for older people to have a red stone in the house - a box, a candlestick, a ball.
- The stone not only harmonizes space, but also has a beneficial effect on aging people.
- The magical properties of the stone intensify in October, March and April.
How much does natural bloodstone cost?
Semi-precious heliotropes themselves are inexpensive. The cost of products made from bloody jasper is influenced by several factors:
- Amount of minerals used.
- Unusual color.
- Jewelry cut.
- An additional material that was used for cutting.
Heliotropes purchased separately cost:
- From 50 rub./pcs. for a processed stone measuring 1.5–2 cm;
- 2–2.5 cm cost a little higher – from 70 rubles/piece;
- 2.5–3 cm – 110 RUR/piece. etc.
Jewelry can cost from 100–150 to several thousand rubles.
Interesting. Jewelry with heliotrope from world famous brands can reach prices of several thousand dollars.
Blessed Jasper Astrology
Jasper of any color is an incredibly “kind-hearted” stone. Few people will be harmed by its properties.
For those who have a strong Mars in their natal chart, our red hero is a good choice. True, it can increase aggressiveness, but no one has yet canceled self-control. Keep yourself in control, and assertiveness in our tough world does not bother anyone.
According to the Zodiac, the stone is ideal for Virgo and Pisces.
Our red stones will help Capricorn, Sagittarius and Taurus to the best of their ability.
Red jasper is compatible with other signs of the Zodiac. That is, when buying, take your time and hold the stone you like in your hands. You will intuitively understand that this particular stone is yours.
Who is suitable according to the zodiac
Jasper is, one might say, a universal mineral that, to one degree or another, suits every sign of the Zodiac. However, the stone will have the greatest influence on those signs ruled by Mars, Jupiter and Mercury. Based on this, Taurus, Virgo, Pisces, Sagittarius and Capricorn should have the gem:
- Jasper interacts especially harmoniously with Virgos, for whom a red, black or green stone is suitable.
- Pisces have every right to consider jasper their stone. For this sign, the mineral is a faithful ally in all areas of life.
- Capricorns should not choose stones of dark shades, especially black.
- Jasper will help Sagittarius to become more reasonable and sensible, which will allow them to achieve their goals.
- For Taurus, the mineral will become a powerful amulet against unpious people and all unfavorable situations.
Jasper is no less useful for other signs of Fire, Water, Earth and Air, as it is capable of drawing out negative energy:
- Cancers can safely wear jasper, both as a regular decoration and as a medicinal product.
- With the help of the mineral, Leos will be able to develop the makings of a speaker and leader.
- For Libra, jasper is a talisman of good luck in all endeavors.
- Aquarians will become driven and self-confident.
In addition, for persons born on the 18th and 20th lunar days, jasper is a faithful astral ally.
It is recommended to limit communication with the stone to Aries, Gemini and Scorpio, as the negative character traits of these signs may increase.
Natural or imitation?
You have to be completely stupid or extremely greedy to counterfeit a stone. Its quantity in nature is quite large. There are places where it just lies under your feet. This breed is easier to obtain than to fake.
Very rarely, imitations made of glass, acrylic, and plastic are sold under the guise of jasper.
Try to spot a fake like this:
- Look at the stone “through the light”. Jasper is opaque, but the fake will be slightly translucent.
- The glass will crack under mechanical stress (oops, hit a pebble). The real stone will remain unharmed.
- Plastic will immediately begin to melt under an open fire. For such a check, a lighter is enough.
- Place your finger on the stone. Natural stone remains cool for quite a long time; It heated up quickly, which means you’re not holding a cheap imitation in your hands.
But such an outrage as counterfeit jasper is extremely rare.
Let it be like new
Caring for red rock is not at all difficult:
- As with any decoration, give it a separate “house” - a box, a casket, a bag made of soft, thick fabric.
- The hardness of the stone allows you not to be afraid that it will be scratched by “neighbors in the house.” Well, would you really store diamonds and jasper together (which is unreasonable in principle).
- If your jewelry gets dirty, wash it carefully in soapy warm water, rinse with clean water, and dry with a napkin.
It is advisable to keep jasper products under running water 2-3 times a month (if you believe in the magical properties of stones). This procedure washes away energy negativity.
