What Is Ocean Jasper?

Ocean Jasper, a marketing term for a spherulitic variety of orbicular jasper, is a variety of jasper which contains variably colored orbs or spherical inclusions or zones.

Is Ocean Jasper a real stone?

Ocean JasperTM is a trademarked name for a multicolored stone from Madagascar, typically with spherical patterning. Although commonly described as an orbicular jasper, the most recent research suggests it is the mineral chalcedony instead. ... The variety of quartz known as chalcedony is often unfamiliar to people.

What is Ocean Jasper good for?

An excellent travel crystal, Ocean Jasper is the best stone for seasickness. It alleviates the symptoms of nausea that form while traveling overseas. People also use it as a protection stone while fishing or sailing, ensuring that their boat is safe and sturdy for the entire duration.

James H. Sterling

James H. Sterling

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