Raw Jasper w/garnet eye, stone pendant on cord. Very good condition. Generally red, brown, yellow or green in color & sometimes even blue. Jasper is opaque, microcrystalline quartz. Smooth surface & high polish makes it preferred rock for gemstone or ornamental pieces. Quite durable & withstands scratching. Oldest specimens date to early Earth when first continents formed. Youngest formed during time of early mammals, after dinosaurs went extinct. Popular ornamental gem since ancient times. Mentioned in ancient Latin, Greek, Arabic, Persian, Hebrew & Assyrian sources. Different varieties fashioned into gemstones, jewelry, vases, decorative boxes & ornaments. Long history, mentioned in Holy Bible & referenced in literature of many cultures as magical stone. Ancient Egyptians buried w/dead to secure passage to afterlife. Native Americans used stone as protection from evil. Considered grounding stone, promotes strength & stamina of mind, body & spirit. Helps motivate certain users & provides endurance for success. Calming & nurturing energy may alleviate stress. Used to stimulate mind & enhance creative skills. Connected w/heart chakra, 1of best stones for dealing w/stress. Ability to absorb negativity. Use by wearing or holding near heart. Useful in meditation. Please be sure to look at pictures closely as they are part of description. Measurements in photos. Let me know if you have any questions. Thank you for shopping my closet! Inventory #N107BL