3 yellow jasper tumbe stones / medium

Yellow jasper is a variety of jasper, which is an opaque and impure form of silica (chalcedony or microcrystalline quartz). It is known for its striking yellow hues, ranging from pale buttery yellow to deep golden or mustard tones, often with bands, streaks, or speckles in shades of brown, red, or cream.
### **Properties of Yellow Jasper:**
- **Color:** Yellow, golden, ochre, sometimes with earthy patterns.
- **Hardness:** 6.5–7 on the Mohs scale (durable for jewelry and carvings).
- **Luster:** Waxy to dull.
- **Transparency:** Opaque.
- **Common Sources:** Brazil, India, Madagascar, Russia, the U.S. (California, Utah), and South Africa.
### **Metaphysical & Healing Properties (Folklore & Crystal Healing):**
In metaphysical traditions, yellow jasper is believed to carry uplifting and stabilizing energies. Some attributed properties include:
- **Emotional Balance:** Promotes joy, confidence, and emotional resilience.
- **Mental Clarity:** Helps with focus, motivation, and decision-making.
- **Physical Vitality:** Said to support digestion, detoxification, and energy levels.
- **Protection:** Traditionally used as a shielding stone against negativity.
### **Uses of Yellow Jasper:**
- **Jewelry:** Often cut into cabochons, beads, or carved into pendants.
- **Decorative Items:** Used in bookends, spheres, and figurines.
- **Meditation & Healing:** Carried as a talisman or placed in living spaces for its purported calming effects.
### **Geological Formation:**
Yellow jasper forms when silica-rich sediments or volcanic ash are cemented together over time, often with iron oxides contributing to its yellow and brown coloring.