All About Ocean Jasper Eighth Vein
Ocean Jasper is a multicolored stone with unique spherelike patterns that is only found in northwestern Madagascar. The first vein of Ocean Jasper was found in the early 1990’s. Over the years 7 additional veins were mined and discovered. The most recent discovery of Ocean Jasper 8th Vein is in a very small pocket of the mine. It is undetermined just how much is left. The pieces that are found tend to be small in size and are quite valuable.
The 8th vein of Ocean Jasper produces stunning color variations, pockets of druzy and truly unique spherical patterns. Ocean Jasper is a member of the Quartz family which lends a shimmery quality to many of the pieces.
Real V Fake
Jasper is a 7 on the MOHS so it's a fairly hard stone. You should not be able to scratch it with a knife. If you can scratch it, it’s not real. Ocean Jasper in particular has a very unique patterning. The spherical shapes, stripes, and the way light reflects off of it are all ways to verify its authenticity. Price is another indicator. It is very rare and the price should reflect that. “Cheap” Ocean Jasper is probably not real Ocean Jasper.
Benefits
Physical
Ocean Jasper is claimed to bring many health benefits to its keeper. Relief from eczema, insomnia, and hallucinations and nightmares. Specifically for women, it is claimed to relieve symptoms of PMS including bloating, and aid those suffering from infertility.
Emotional
Ocean Jasper facilitates a loving and joyful energy. It has the ability to uplift your spirits on difficult days and help you see past the hard times to a more optimistic future. Its calming energy helps symptoms of depression and anxiety. Others have claimed the ability to communicate more clearly and effectively leading to an easier time resolving conflict.
Metaphysical
The benefits of this stone are dependent on which chakra you choose to target. It is particularly powerful in clearing the solar plexus, heart, and throat chakras. Cleansing the throat chakra allows your communication to flow with ease. Opening the heart chakra removes negativity and replaces it with feelings of joy. It also allows empathy to flow and bolsters connection with others. The solar plexus lends itself to increasing self-confidence and self assuredness. Ocean Jasper has a water element that symbolizes rebirth and renewal. Letting go of the past and moving forward with new intentions.
How to Use
Use Ocean Jasper in your daily meditation. Keep it with you during business meetings or conversations with loved ones. If you’re feeling stuck in therapy, particularly partner therapy, keep Ocean Jasper by your side and feel the calming presence it exudes. If traveling, it can help relieve nausea. If in a new environment, it offers protection from negative energies around you.
Ocean Jasper can be worn as jewelry, or kept in your pocket. During meditation, hold it over the chakra you wish to clear as you focus on your daily intention.
How to Care For It
Ocean Jaspers energies can be renewed by soaking it in salt water (seasalt) overnight. In the morning, rinse it under cool, running water. If you have the time, you can lay your Ocean Jasper in a tub of salt for several days then carefully rinse. Ocean Jasper can also be charged by the sun or moon.
Partner It With These Crystals
Ocean Jaspers properties can be expounded when paired with other healing stones. Here are a few crystals that pair well with Ocean Jasper.
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