Discover the Beauty of Jasper Gemstones: 15 Facts & Trivia!

If you've always been fascinated with nature-inspired jewelry, you will surely fall in love with jasper gemstones. The luscious, fiery color of the jasper stone reminds me of fire and the earth's passionate beauty. Regarding jewelry style and fashion trends, jasper jewelry pieces don't just take center stage -- they always make a statement. So, what do we know about this jasper gemstone? Here we've listed facts about jasper gemstones that will make you love it more and appreciate its unique, stunning, and hard-to-ignore beauty.

I am reminded of nature whenever I look at a jasper stone. I can think of fiery fields, deep oceans, the primitive beauty of undiscovered places, and the toughness of people. I don't know what in that stone evokes such feelings in me. People say that Jasper is nature's gift to fashion, jewelry, and beauty. The looks of it, it is easy to see why based on its face and the facts about jasper gemstones. The jasper gemstone is a lovely semi-precious stone found in different places worldwide. Its unique beauty distinguishes it from its other gemstone counterparts: you can always see them spotted, striped, and patterned. This gemstone's name came from the Greek word "Spotted One." In ancient times, the jasper stone received such high regard, often considered holy. Nowadays, jasper gems are one of the most inexpensive stones used in jewelry making.

However, not because it's nowhere as expensive as other gemstones do. It means that this gemstone has nothing to prove anymore. Here are some interesting trivia and facts about jasper gemstones that will make you love them more. Jasper stones are also called the "Supreme Nurturers." According to lore, the stone provides steadiness, stability, and a sense of safety to anyone possessing it. The stone's central message is always about nurturing-- you did not come here to earth to live for yourself but to extend a helping hand to everyone around you. People from all walks of life adored the said gemstone. It had been worn by high-ranking officials, shamans, priests, and even royalty. It was considered a sacred stone and a great protection source for the living and the dead. In the Egyptian Civilization, they carved the book of the dead on jasper stone and buried dead people with it. They believed that the dead would have a smooth sail toward the afterlife by doing this. In many civilizations, this gemstone was believed to bring good tidings to everyone wearing it. It was deemed the most effective talisman for people in the war. For ancient American Indians, Jasper helps bring rain. Many types of Jasper:

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Known as the gem that brings tranquility, this has every right to be called "autumn" with its red and green streaks. This reminds me of the green grounds and red leaves of autumn. This is beautiful jewelry, especially if you want to stay true to the fall fashion—nature-inspired jewelry at its finest.

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The name of the jasper stone that contains hematite. The standout thing about this kind of Jasper is its dominant brick red color. Aside from its striking bold color, it is often found with brown or beige vines, white patterns, and minute crystal inclusions. This gem is believed to bring emotional stability to the wearer who has just experienced loss.

The stone was named after the place where it was first discovered: Cave Creek, Arizona. One of the most distinguishing qualities of this Jasper is its beautiful and striking dark red color. This stone is considered one of the few varieties that have more red than terracotta in its shade. So pretty in all its glory.

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You will love this gem even more if you love the dalmatian's beautiful spots. This gem's physical qualities include multiple pale gray, beige, cream, and sometimes black spots that remind you of a dalmatian's furry coat. To some, it may remind them of quail's eggs, too.

Perhaps one of the reasons Egyptians had such high regard for this gem is their own. The Egyptian Jasper's distinguishing feature is that it comes in lime, yellow, terracotta colors, and some come in striking red. Egyptians have high regard for this stone.

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This stunning gemstone comes in different shades of mystical color, including opaque green. This gem is also popular because of its name, "the sleeping stone." It is believed to bring the owner a sense of calm and serenity, and its green color also aids prosperity and fertility.

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This gem is a rarity and exotic if you can find one in the jewelry market next to you. It is also known as the Green Stromatolite Jasper because of its facade's green and black prominence. One of the oldest stones in this list, this stone is believed to bring tranquility and peace to troubled minds and emotions.

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The popular gemstone is named the "Atlantis Stone." It is called the "ocean jasper" because it can only be harvested during low tide on Madagascar's shores. This gemstone is also one of the rarest forms of this gemstone. This gem is believed to show the connection of all things in this life.

One of the most popular stories associated with this stone is that it came directly as a message from Mother Nature. They say that the patterns inscribed on the gemstone represent what the earth looked like before. This gem is filled with patterns of brown, beige, and yellow-tan.

A mustard-colored jasper filled with subtle vines all over. It is a stone that encourages perseverance and persistence and is a good talisman from other people's endless negativity. This stone is also believed to encourage the earth's energies, always giving the owner renewed vigor.

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The color of this gem can play along the lines of red to the gorgeous terracotta brown color. This perfect gem necklace brings that hint of fall fashion to your style. This famous rock helps increase the physical and spiritual energy of the one who owns it. Do you feel that you lack stamina? Then, this is for you.

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Unlike most of the jaspers, this gem has a unique color. It does have the usual shade of brown, red, or terracotta; instead, it has a shade of opaque green with stripes of white on it. This gemstone is said to be closely connected with Mother Nature and can bring calm and peace to whoever has it in his possession.

13. Impression Jasper

Impression Jasper is a stone that gives us serious ocean vibes due to its rich, vibrant, turquoise color, made extra fascinating by the white streaks and shimmering stripes. This jewelry is perfect for a boho look.

A jasper stone is still perfect for you if you are not a big fan of nature-inspired colors like the traditional brown and red combination. The Unakite Jasper comes in pink and green, a cool combination of colors. This is popular as the jasper stone for love and romance. This solid, sturdy, beautiful gem is the jasper equivalent of romance and love.

A gemstone that resembles the beauty of the earth suspended through time. The fossil jasper is a rock with streaks of red and yellow. This stone is famous for bringing a sense of calm to a once-troubled mind, heart, and soul.

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Still, there are several things to learn about Jasper gems. Although it's not as popular as the other gems, it still has magic and magnetic beauty. Also, a lot of beautiful meanings come with this stone. If you're looking for a unique yet mesmerizing piece of gemstone jewelry, you seriously have to consider the jasper stone. For more fantastic jasper jewelry pieces, visit our collection at IceCarats.com. Don't sit there waiting. Keep sparkling, darling.