

Jasper is usually assigned to the chalcedony group. Jasper gets its different colors from foreign admixtures of up to 20%. Jasper can be found all over the world. Red jasper stands for power and strength.
Stone size: approx. 32 x 25 mm, set in 925 Sterling silver
The name jasper comes from the Greek and means “speckled stone”. However, in ancient times, completely different minerals were called jasper. Jasper is usually assigned to the chalcedony group, with foreign admixtures of up to 20 % giving jasper its different colors. It can be found all over the world.
Red jasper (also known as silex) stands for courage and willpower, energy and development. It activates our mental powers and makes us ready to face challenges.
Physically, red jasper is primarily said to warm and invigorate, stimulate blood circulation, stabilize the heart and circulation and generally strengthen the heart. Red jasper is also used to treat fevers and during convalescence after long illnesses.
Mineralogy: Red microcrystalline, granular quartz
Mineral class: Oxides/framework silicates
Formula: SiO2
Crystal system: trigonal
Formation: secondary
Color: brick red, dark red