Fossil Coral Jasper

support | strength | healing

CHAKRA: sacral

SIGNS: scorpio, gemini

ELEMENT: water

PLANET: moon

MINERAL FAMILY: silicates

CRYSTAL SYSTEM: trigonal

COLOUR: beige to yellow tan with patterning

AFFIRMATION: “I release traumatic emotions and move forward.”

BEST FOR: Very protective when travelling or near water. Promotes inner peace and quietens disruptive thoughts. A stone of friendship and optimism. Good for dysfunctional families to mend old grievances

ORIGINS: Indonesia

Fossil coral is a natural gemstone that is created when prehistoric coral is gradually replaced with agate. Corals are marine animals, and it is their skeletons that are fossilised and preserved. The fossil coral forms through hardened deposits left by silica-rich waters. The entire process can take over 20 million years.

According to metaphysical beliefs, fossil coral is a grounding stone good for bringing about change. Agate is thought to be able to help heal pancreatic disorders and improve blood and air circulation. Fossil coral is used for healing eye, skin and stomach illnesses. It is even believed to enhance longevity.

Although coral is not a traditional birthstone for any month, it is a non-traditional zodiac stone for Taurus.