Red Jasper
Also known as: Stone of Endurance, Supreme Nurturer
Silicon Dioxide (opaque chalcedony)
Red Jasper is an opaque, fine-grained variety of chalcedony quartz with a characteristic brick-red color. Known as the supreme nurturer, it provides steady grounding energy and sustained endurance.
Healing Properties
- Grounds Root Chakra energy
- Builds endurance and resilience
- Provides steady protective energy
- Connects to Earth vitality
Emotional Benefits
- •Builds emotional resilience
- •Supports those under chronic stress
- •Provides a stable, nurturing energy
Spiritual Benefits
- •Grounds spiritual work
- •Connects to Earth energy
- •Supports shamanic journeying
How to Use
Carry during long or challenging projects, place at the root chakra for grounding, or use in stability crystal grids.
Meditation
Hold during grounding meditations or place at the base of the spine to anchor Root Chakra energy.
Placement in Home
Near entryways or work areas where sustained effort is needed.
Traditional Uses
One of the oldest protective stones used by Native American tribes. Associated with blood and circulatory health. Not a substitute for medical treatment.
Ethical Sourcing
Widely available. Generally low ethical concern.
Quick Facts
- Mineral Class
- Silicate (Chalcedony)
- Crystal System
- Hexagonal (Trigonal)
- Chemical Formula
- SiO₂
- Mohs Hardness
- 6.5–7
- Transparency
- Opaque
- Luster
- Waxy to dull
- Planetary
- Mars
- Typical Price
- $2–$25
Care Guide
Cleansing
Charging
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