Carved - Heart - Jasper Ocean

Classification: Chalcedony, Quartz Location: Madagascar Formation: Jasper, a form of chalcedony and is an opaque rock of virtually any colour stemming from the mineral content of the original sediments or ash. The name means ?spotted or speckled stone? and patterns arise during the consolidation process forming flow and depositional patterns in the original silica rich sediment or volcanic ash. Hydrothermal circulation is generally thought to be required in the formation of jasper. Chakra: Solar Plexus, Heart & Throat Element: Water / Earth Mohs Hardness Scale: 6.5 - 7 Zodiac: Capricorn Metaphysical Properties: Ocean Jasper, also known as Orbicular Jasper, is said to assist in accepting responsibility and instils patience. It is believed to facilitate continuity in circular breathing, improve the digestive process and eliminate toxins that cause body odour and disease. It is also claimed that Ocean Jasper is excellent for healing old emotional wounds and soothing past sorrows.