Picture Jasper

Crystal Properties:

Colour: Typically exhibits a combination of earthy tones – browns, tans, creams, and blacks – forming patterns that often resemble landscapes.

Chemical Composition: Silicon Dioxide, often with iron oxide impurities contributing to its varied colours.

Hardness: 6.5 - 7 on the Mohs scale.

Transparency: Opaque.

Lustre: Waxy to dull.

Historical and Geological Background:

Picture Jasper, treasured for its unique landscape-like patterns, is a type of Jasper that offers a visual snapshot of the Earth's geological history. These patterns are created by sediment and mineral deposits, forming over time to create scenes reminiscent of mountains, deserts, and other natural terrains. This Jasper variety is often used in jewellery and ornamental objects, appreciated for its artistic and earthy beauty.

Metaphysical Associations:

Chakra: Root, Third Eye.

Element: Earth.

Planet: Earth.

Zodiac Sign: Leo, Capricorn.

Healing and Therapeutic Uses:

Connection to Earth: Known for its grounding properties, Picture Jasper deepens one’s connection to the Earth, fostering a sense of stability and balance.

Creative Visualization: Encourages creative visualization, aiding in manifesting one’s dreams and ideas into reality.

Emotional Harmony: Promotes emotional harmony and stability, helping to alleviate fears and providing comfort during times of stress.

Spiritual and Esoteric Uses:

Past-Life Recall: Often used in past-life work, aiding in uncovering hidden memories and understanding life’s patterns.

Meditation: Enhances meditation, particularly aiding in connecting with the sacredness of the Earth and understanding its messages.

Emotional and Mental Aspects:

Insight and Perspective: Offers insight and a broad perspective, helping to see the 'big picture' of life’s experiences.

Nurturing and Support: Provides nurturing and supportive energy, particularly in overcoming loneliness or isolation.

Numerology:

Numerological Significance: Often associated with the number 8, symbolising practicality, reliability, and building on a solid foundation.

Additional Properties:

Environmental Awareness: Encourages environmental awareness and appreciation for nature’s beauty.

Stress Relief: Effective in relieving stress and bringing about tranquillity and a sense of peace.