Crystal
Picture Jasper
Chitra-jasper
Trigonal, Mohs 7
Essence
Landscape-patterned jasper for steady earth connection. It works through the Root chakra (Muladhara), the seat of physical safety, material groundedness, and the body's relationship with earth. Under Saturn (Shani)'s influence, earth wisdom; bringing dreams into reality. Reach for it when navigating grounding, patience.
Anchors
Sourcing
US (Idaho, Oregon) and South African deposits; banded brown-cream-orange landscape-like patterns.
Classical lineage
Classical Vedic literature does not specifically reference this stone. Modern usage is grounded in mineralogical observation and energetic-tradition practice.
Ritual of care
This stone is water-sensitive — wiping preserves its structural integrity and surface quality
Saturday is Shani's day — Saturn's discipline and endurance are most focused
Pairs with