Leopard Jasper Bracelet Brazil AB (Baroque Pearls)

BRA-JASPLB-01
Origin: Brazil
Grade: AB

Dimensions:
Approx 17-18cm - Fits all wrists with a size of 16-18cm

Bracelet made of baroque leopard jasper beads.
Colors and patterns may vary from bracelet to bracelet.

The incredible thing about jasper is that it comes in so many different finishes, some of which have been identified very recently. All varieties have many colors with different properties, virtues, and associated astrological signs.

Jasper can have several appearances. It is a sedimentary rock containing 80 to 95% silica. Jasper is a variety of microcrystalline quartz and can also contain clay, calcite, pyrolusite, or hematite.

It appears in nodules or is sometimes used as a filling in cracks. It can be found all over the world and in all colors. It also has all sorts of patterns, from speckled to banded. It is a mineral that has undergone many transformations, sometimes classified as a mineral, sometimes as a rock depending on its degree of impurities.

Its unique feature lies in its infinite variety of shapes, each one different from the other. Jasper gives the impression that Mother Nature has had fun drawing on these stones. Jasper is a complicated stone to identify due to its diverse appearances. Its colors range from green to yellow, red to white, blue to black, brown to gray, and so on.

Jasper's properties vary depending on its additives (manganese, alumina, iron hydroxide) and its inclusions (agate or opal). Jasper's colors are primarily determined by the iron oxides present. This diversity of colors and shapes makes each jasper stone unique. Jaspers are named according to the regions where they are mined, the person who discovered them, their color, and their patterns.

The name "jasper" comes from the Greek "iaspis," meaning spotted stone. Jasper has been known for millennia. In the Bible, it was the first stone of the walls of Jerusalem. It is reputed to act against spider and snake bites. Since ancient times, this stone has been used as a protective stone, a lucky charm, and to promote a healthy pregnancy. Jasper amulets were carved by the Egyptians and placed with mummies to promote a successful passage into the afterlife.

Many civilizations have used this stone to engrave cylindrical seals and talismans with astrological or religious images. Jasper was also believed by Native Americans and during the Middle Ages to have the ability to make rain fall.

In conclusion, jasper is a stone that has been widely exploited throughout history. It is found as an ornamental stone, in jewelry, on vases, in mosaics, etc.

The main deposits of Leopard Jasper are in Brazil and South Africa.

Leopard jasper is part of the large jasper family and possesses all their virtues. It is a remarkable stone with shades of brown, brown, beige, and sometimes orange. It is called leopard jasper because it has spots resembling a leopard's fur.

Leopard's eye jasper is a mineral that results from a long process of sedimentation. It is composed of 85% silica, limestone, and sodium carbonate. This stone is the result of the accumulation of these successive layers.

The spots in this fabulous stone are actually inclusions of quartz, but also biotite, feldspar, metals, crystals, and fossils. All of these inclusions give the stone colors and patterns that make it unique.

Leopardskin Jasper has a hardness of 6.5 to 7 on the Mohs scale. As a reminder, the highest hardness, that of diamonds, is 10 on this same scale. Leopardskin Jasper is therefore a highly prized stone in jewelry. It is used to make bracelets, rings, and various other pieces of jewelry.

Historically, South American shamans believed that leopard jasper possessed the power to establish communication between people and animals. Certain animals were revered as protective deities.

Throughout civilizations, leopard jasper has often been associated with gods and was used to make statuettes and cult objects. In many pre-Hispanic tribes, the leopard was a symbol of power.

Some myths say that the world was created on leopard jasper to highlight the harmonious relationship between humans and the animal world, especially the leopard. Even today, this stone helps shamans connect with their animal spirit, their totem.

At the same time, leopard jasper has unique benefits in lithotherapy.

The virtues of leopard jasper in lithotherapy

Its properties on the psychic level

A stone of balance, leopard jasper soothes and reduces negative feelings such as anxiety, anguish, and nervousness. It is particularly recommended for people suffering from hypersensitivity. It provides the strength to manage overly strong emotions.

Leopard's eye jasper brings cheerfulness, happiness, and joy. It wards off negative energy and neutralizes it. Wearing leopard's eye jasper provides confidence and self-confidence.

Looking at a leopard jasper stone develops imagination and creativity. The patterns of leopard jasper are fascinating and unique. Sometimes, they help combat a lack of creative inspiration.

Leopard Jasper provides flexibility and adaptability in any situation. It helps you overcome life's challenges and make the most of them. Its energies provide support and serenity during challenging times.

Like all jaspers, it is a grounding stone. It allows one to enjoy the present moment, move beyond past events, and not fear those of the future. This stone stimulates memory and promotes reflection and imagination.

Leopard Jasper is a stone that promotes relaxation and introspection. It allows one to understand one's inner self and confront the demons of the past. Thus, it gives the strength to move forward.