Picture jasper

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"Connect with Mother Earth. Picture jasper will link you to her."

Symbolism and healing properties of picture jasper:

Picture jasper is associated with energy, vitality and strength. It helps a great deal when a person feels tired and exhausted. As its name suggests, its appearance resembles a colourful, abstract picture. It occurs in a combination of several colours, which together create a unique pattern resembling either a painting or a landscape. It is traditionally associated with the ancient Anatolian goddess of nature, fertility and earthly forces, Cybele. This gemstone has protective properties and, according to astrology, reportedly provides protection against danger.

People also seek it out because it brings a sense of stability, firmness and perseverance. Its invigorating effects reportedly help overcome various challenges and support resilience. Today it is also used in alternative medicine, where it is used to balance body, mind and spirit. It reportedly improves self-confidence and helps overcome fears. It is often associated with connecting with the natural world and raising environmental awareness.

Types of picture jasper:

There are two types of picture jasper. They differ not only in colouring but also in their characteristic properties and different effects. These include:

Matte picture jasper is associated with grounding and stability. It reportedly connects anyone who carries it with the earth and brings balance into their life. According to astrology, it is a useful tool for decision-making and gaining clarity, as it reportedly helps strengthen intuition and perception, which can help you choose the right path or navigate life decisions more easily. People also seek it out for its calming effects, as well as for supporting imagination and creativity. It reportedly strengthens the ability to express ideas and access deeper inner guidance and wisdom. It is also often associated with protective properties.

Matte picture jasper is suitable for these signs:

Taurus (21 April – 21 May), Virgo (23 August – 22 September), Scorpio (24 October – 22 November) and Capricorn (22 December – 20 January)

Chakras associated with matte picture jasper:

1st chakra – root chakra Muladhara: affects stability and safety
2nd chakra – sacral chakra Svadhisthana: affects sexuality and fertility
3rd chakra – solar plexus chakra Manipura: affects emotional balance

Picture jasper is suitable for these signs:

Aries (21 March – 20 April), Gemini (22 May – 21 June), Virgo (23 August – 22 September), Scorpio (24 October – 22 November) and Capricorn (22 December – 20 January)

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Localities, forms of picture jasper and history:

The largest deposit of picture jasper is an area in Western Australia.

Picture jasper is found in nature mainly in the form of rough stones and rock formations. It can be somewhat dull, so it sometimes requires cutting and polishing to bring out its beauty. This natural stone reportedly has very strong properties. On the Mohs hardness scale it corresponds to 6.5 to 7.

Picture jasper was used by indigenous Australian tribes, who valued its beauty and patterns in artworks and jewellery. It held important cultural and spiritual value for them. Over time it became popular among collectors, designers and jewellers around the world. In the 19th century, in the Victorian era, it was very popular for making brooches, necklaces and earrings.

Did you know?

the pattern and texture of picture jasper resemble the so-called paisley pattern? This decorative pattern was very popular in Persia. It has intricate curves and resembles a curved or elongated leaf or droplet. It's no wonder it was used everywhere possible, including on wallpaper.

What is picture jasper used for and what can you make from it?

Picture jasper is very popular in jewellery-making for its unusual colouring and patterns. It is often used to make necklaces featuring just a single stone on its own, or variously combined with several other jaspers together into intricate designs. The same applies to earrings and bracelets, where it is often combined with pearls too. For rings it is shaped into an oval, angular or other form. Brooches, pendants and hair jewellery are also very popular. Equally popular are talismans, figurines and reliefs, mosaics, decorative objects, gifts and souvenirs. But your imagination is the only limit.

Chakras associated with picture jasper:

1st chakra – root chakra Muladhara: affects stability and safety
4th chakra – heart chakra Anahata: affects the heart, associated with compassion and love

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