Brecciated Jasper Focal Bead
This is an amazing focal bead for the Brecciated Jasper enthusiast looking for the perfect piece to add to their bead collection, or for creating a unique one of a kind jewelry piece. Brecciated Jasper is opaque angular fragments of Jasper naturally bonded together. It is often formed during tectonic activity when the movements repeatedly crack and the Jasper 'heals' over a long periods of time. The Jasper is then filled with more Jasper (Quartz and Chalcedony). The creativity and diversity of nature is on full display with these brecciated jasper beads! This stone is composed of many stone fragments, cemented together by the intense heat and pressure of the Earth. Brecciated Jasper often includes iron compounds, responsible for its red and banded appearance. Jasper is a combination of chalcedony and quartz, and has been used in jewelry and decorative arts for thousands of years. It was often the stone of choice among Ancient Minoan, Egyptian, and Sasanian (Persian) Empires. The name Jasper comes from old French, jaspre, meaning “speckled stone”. Jasper is said to facilitate nurturing behaviors and benefit healing.
Jasper was popular in the ancient world for its medicinal and spiritual values, and has been used for centuries by cultures around the world for its unique properties. Legend has it that jasper would drive away evil spirits and protect against snake and spider bites. In the fourth century, jasper was called "the great rain bringer." Medicinal values attributed to jasper include an ability to strengthen the stomach and provide cures to gynecological issues. Brecciated jasper meaning is associated with mental clarity and focus for its wearer. The uplifting stone may help to increase organization and decrease stress. Jaspers in general have been viewed as symbolizing the variety that is the Earth, and all the balance and grounding that implies. The stunning patterns of brecciated jasper make it a standout focal piece. Donuts, ovals and teardrops are large enough to really show off the bold patterns that make this jasper so beautiful.
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