Tirza Schaefer | Crystals

Red Jasper

Gemstones and minerals have been used since times immemorial for ritual purposes, to mark places and for healing. The work with crystals and its positive effects is well documented and comprises a valuable additional tool alongside traditional and alternative forms of treatment. For a list of stones and further information, please visit the Crystals page.

Alternate Names

Gug (Assyrian)

Rainbringer (Native American)

Supreme Nurturer

Stabiliser

Blood Jasper

Dragon Blood Stone

Seeker Stone

Warrior's Stone

Stone of Endurance

Root Fire Stone

Sacred Flame Stone

Locations

Africa, America, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Madagascar, Peru and Russia

Composition

Red Jasper, a microcrystalline silicate, is a variety of Chalcedony, which is itself a form of quartz, and its colour is typically red to reddish-brown. The darker reddish-brown is because of its high iron content and it is also the most common colour. The red color is due to tiny iron impurities and can occur in a variety of different shades and hues.

General Information & Legends

In ancient Egypt, Red Jasper was used in jewelry, makeup, and sacred trinkets. Nowadays, Red Jasper is commonly used for crafting, tumbling, and sculpting. Jasper, in general, can be traced back in Arabic, Persian, Hebrew, Assyrian, Greek and Latin historical documents.

Red Jasper was considered a sacred stone of protection for the ancient civilisations and the shamans of the Native Americans. It was used for divination and in ceremonies designed to make it rain.

In modern magick, it is used for protection, defense, healing and health spells.

Deities & Angels

The magical sword of Siegfried (Germanic Niebelungen Saga) was inlaid with Red Jasper to give him courage.

First foundation stone of the New Jerusalem (or Carnelian), symbolizing divine glory, purity, and eternal strength.

Chakras

Root

Healing

Physical: Cancer, circulatory problems, dizziness, libido/sex drive, liver disorders, fever, guard against poison, low blood pressure, menstrual cramps and menstruation, reproductive organs, uterus, pain, especially during menses or childbirth, stamina, stomach problems/constipation/diarrhoea, temperature regulation, vertigo, vitality, weakness, healing, protection, beauty and grace. It is also believed to help with chronic health problems both physical and psychological.

Emotional/Mental: Dream recall and interpretation, grounding and protection and raising the Kundalini energy. It brings tranquillity and a sense of wholeness. It is classed as a stone of empowerment, allowing the user to gain the strength to resist emotional domination by others, the courage to overcome domestic violence or bullying and to recover from violent sexual experiences, mental processes, restrain dangerous desires or whims

Spiritual: protection, connection to Earth spirits, divination

Birthstones & Anniversaries

Traditional: Aries, Scorpio

Modern: Aries, Scorpio, Leo, Capricorn

Anniversaries: sometimes linked to the 2nd on the alternative list

Meditation

In meditation, Red Jasper brings insights to help you progress toward your goals, or to understand why a change may be necessary.

Affirmation

I am calm, in control and surrounded by peace.

Warning

Cleanse your crystals regularly.