The name can be traced to an oriental language, which has been traced to Hebrew names of Yushpah and Akkadian Yashupu. In Latin, it is written as Iapsis, which comes from the feminine Greek noun, also spelt the same. This is a name that comes from the Old French name, Jasper, which is a variant of the Anglo-Norman name Jasper. The etymology and history of jasper Jasper, is a name that can be translated as 'speckled or spotted stone'. The banded formation of rock that has banded iron within it, and has distinctive bands of the mineral jasper, is called Jaspilite. The green jasper, which has red spots, in conjunction with heliotrope also known as bloodstone, are known as the traditional birthstones for the month of March. It has a wide range when considering specific gravity 2.5 to 2.9. This is a gemstone with a high luster, and is particularly suited for making vases, snuff boxes, and seals. This minerals is usually used for purposes of naming ornaments or gemstones and usually breaks apart with a smooth surface.

The red color in jasper is caused by inclusions of iron 3. Jasper is an impure variety of silica, which is opaque, and has colors that commonly feature red, brown, yellow, green, or white the blue color is very rare. A deeper look at the mineral jasper Jasper is characterized as being and aggregate mineral of Micro quartz, and/or Chalcedony, in conjunction with other minerals. Australia, Paraguay, Germany Mexico, Egypt and Venezuela are other countries in the word where jasper is found in abundance. In Kazakhstan, the green and red jasper varieties are the most abundant, and the Urals of Russia are well known as having sizeable quantities of the White, Brown and Red jasper varieties. All over the world, jasper is found in large deposits The Ocean Jasper, which is also called the Orbicular Jasper is particularly noted as being found mainly in Madagascar. The average size of jasper falls in the range of double figures, and due to this large size, it is used for necklaces, brooches and pendants, more than it is used to make rings or earrings. Jasper is a gemstone that has an opaque quality, and it also has a waxy luster this is the reason why this gemstone is popularly cut as a cabochon. It is due to its reference in the Bible that the various myths and legends about its healing powers carry so much weight. In the Biblical Books of Revelations, Ezekiel and Exodus, jasper has been mentioned several times. In the Ancient Egyptian, Roman and Greek civilizations, Jasper is a mineral that has been used in making mosaics, and other ornamental designs. Many Crystal Healers buy into these myths and legends whole-heatedly, but others simply look at the stone as being a wonderful and beautiful creation of Mother Nature.

The myths and legends surrounding this gemstone include those of shamans and medicine men using the gem in making people get better from disease. It is said that all jasper gemstones have a particular vibration with the body of the wearer. Jasper belongs to the Chalcedony family of gemstones but because it has so many varieties and names, it is sometimes considered to be a separate family on its own. Although it may seem unnatural, with a little bit of imagination, the image can be seen clearly. The landscape jasper variety, which is very popular portrays and scenery or image that looks like the area from which it was mined this is a very fascinating feature indeed. The jasper gemstone comes in various shapes, colors and sizes, and as mentioned above, it is names after the patters that are seen on the surface. Jasper as a gemstone Jasper has been a popular gemstone and was worn since the biblical times, in all its wonderful varieties. This is a mineral that can be found in many countries, and it is used to create adornments for buildings, such as the Saint Wenceslas Chapel in Prague, as well as bowls. Other varieties of jasper include the Orbicular, Picture, Blood and Ribbon jasper. Landscape jasper is the most popular, which has a small panorama in the rock. The pattern that a jasper specimen has is the one that gives it its name. In the ancient times, jasper was very popular and has a history that can be traced to the Latin, Greek, Assyrian, Hebrew and Persian civilizations. Introduction Mostly made of Chalcedony, Jasper is an ornamental rock also described as a microcrystalline quartz, and in association with other minerals, which also have the characteristic of having colorful patterns and bands. Jasper Gemstones - Jasper is an ornamental rock

Types of jasper