material: polychrome jasper

Polychrome jasper

Color

brown, red

Hardness

7

Metaphysical

Believed to be a healing stone that facilitates courage and taking action.

Sometimes referred to as desert jasper, polychrome jasper can be found in shades of brown, red, and green. It is a type of chalcedony stone which develops in massive formations and is often cut and polished into larger display pieces.

A recent discovery in Madagascar in 2008.

Wash in warm soapy water.