

The lines and patterns of Jasper rift to form a picture that sometimes resemble a landscape that dips and peaks with mountains and valleys. You may find with the Jasper stone that each piece is detailed and unique due to organic material contained inside, which often oxidizes during formation to complete interesting arrangements. Polished Jasper was favored by the people in ancient civilizations and can be found referenced throughout Latin literature. The meaning of Jasper derives from the Old French “jaspre” or Latin “iaspidem”-which translates all the way back to its ancient Greek, Hebrew or Akkadian origins. The etymology, or Jasper meaning, is “spotted or speckled stone” since Jasper sometimes contains spots of sediment, ash or mineral material. If none of the above rings a bell, you may be among the general population who know Jasper as an October (Virgo) stone or the traditional birthstone of March with the bloodstone. Stunning with Inclusions, Bands & Poppy Patterns.Polished for Gemstones, Seals, Vases, Ornaments & Snuff Boxes.But is most commonly Red, as it forms with bands of iron.Comes in Red, Yellow, Brown, Green and rarely Blue/Purple.Here’s what you may already know about Jasper:

Rockology would like to introduce you to Jasper-a rock of personal strength, endurance and ancient roots with more practical use. Whether you are a rock collector, and interior designer, or simply have an inquiring mind of natures beauty, you can not look at this mineral and deny it’s stoic presence.
