Imperial Jasper is a type of fine jasper from Mexico, primarily found in the Zacatecas and Jalisco regions. It is known for its beautiful and intricate patterns, which can include banding, “egg” patterns, and swirls, and comes in a range of colors like pink, green, mauve, and blue
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For thousands of years, civilizations like the ancient Egyptians, Greeks, Romans, and various Native American tribes, highly valued jasper as a protective stone. It was believed to ward off negative energies and bring strength, courage, and physical well-being
In ancient Egypt, it was used in amulets and was linked to fertility and the goddess Isis. In biblical times, it was one of the twelve stones on the High Priest’s breastplate. The Vikings inlaid red jasper into the hilt of the hero Siegfried’s sword for courage.
Jasper was used for carving seals, talismans, and other decorative objects. In ancient China, imperial seals were carved from jasper, and it was used in sculptures and royal residences.