Peridot jasper, like other green stones, is affiliated with the heart chakra. Modern practitioners advocate its use for nasal issues, such as staunching nosebleeds, improving the sense of smell and relieving sinus pain. In ancient times, green jaspers were believed to call rain, drive away evil spirits and protect against venomous bites or stings. In the fourth century, jasper was called "the great rain bringer." Medicinal values attributed to jasper include an ability to strengthen the stomach and provide cures to gynecological issues. Legend has it that jasper would drive away evil spirits and protect against snake and spider bites. Fernie notes, in his book Precious Stones for Curative Wear, the words of an ancient author named Onomakristos: "the grass-green Jasper, which rejoiceth the eye of man and is looked on with pleasure by the immortals." Peridot Jasper Metaphysical Properties Jasper was popular in the ancient world for its medicinal and spiritual values, and has been used for centuries by cultures around the world for its unique properties. Jaspers in shades of green were greatly valued in the ancient world. Some Native American tribes used jasper to dowse for water and to call rain. Jasper was the 12th stone in the breastplate of the Hebrew High Priest, and is said to be the foundation stone of New Jerusalem. The Minoans of Crete carved jasper to make seals for the palace of Knossos. Jaspers were worn by Egyptian priests in amulets covered with inscriptions from their Book of the Dead and wrapped up with mummies for protection in the afterlife. Peridot Jasper History The word "jasper" is derived from the Greek word iaspi meaning "spotted stone," related to the Hebrew jashpeh and the ancient Assyrian word ashpu.
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