Autumn Hickory is a 3 strand necklace of Autumn Jasper rounds, Rainbow Bracciated Jasper rounds, Red Agate nuggets, Red Jasper faceted rondelles, Delica Glass spacer beads and a silver filled toggle clasp. The short strand is 18 inches long and the longest one is 21 1/4 inches long. My inspiration is the Autumn Hickory trees turning colors, the Marigold blossoms and the firey colors of the October sunsets! The colors are so vibrant that I had to create a necklace to honor them!

firemountaingems.com says, "Jasper, an opaque chalcedony, comes in a wide variety of colors, each with unique patterning. Autumn Jasper is the variety of jasper known for its mottled warm brick red and avocado green appearance. The term "jasper" itself comes from the Greek work iaspi, which means "spotted stone." Jasper in general has been a gemstone used all over the world, worn by ancient Egyptian priests and carved as seals by the Minoans. While jasper is more widely available today, jasper was once considered a valuable stone.

Jasper is considered a powerful healing stone. Autumn Jasper meaning is said to include helping us move beyond just surviving to making us glad to be alive. Imagine pumpkins, red maple leaves and a long leisurely walk through the country that helps you kick back and relax. The heat of summer is over and the evenings are just cool enough to light a fire in the wood stove or fireplace. Life is good. Somehow you'd forgotten. That's what Autumn Jasper reminds us of whenever we wear it. Autumn Jasper is believed to help to ground and center the wearer, providing support while inspiring tranquility. Autumn Jasper meaning is purported to include dispelling personal and environmental negative energy, helping the individual reconnect with the Earth."

As per crystalviden.com, "Brecciated Jasper has held many meanings throughout its time in the human spotlight. It was used as a crystal for protection in the afterlife, as a totem to invoke rainfall, and more.

These days, healers associate the main Brecciated Jasper meaning with the concept of wholeness. It’s a potent serenity stone that encourages you to find peace from within.

The idea of being a “whole” person is about learning how to deal with your emotions and the ongoing challenges that life throws at you. It’s easy to succumb to the struggles of everyday life. What’s not easy is finding the power to learn from those difficulties and move forward with vigor.

Brecciated Jasper helps you find that inner strength to get through anything."

According to energymuse.com, "Echoing the brilliant and miraculous colors of life on the planet, this dusty and dense stone is linked with the root chakra, the energy center that anchors us to the earth and keeps us stable, even during stormy weather. Red Jasper properties are known for helping to inspire you to act on your passions, so if you notice an increase in your couch potato habits like marathoning TV shows, it's time to call on the gentle yet powerful healing properties of this rustic and stable stone. One of the best root chakra stones, the frequencies of the Red Jasper stone meaning is like an adrenaline rush to your life force energy. It works by waking up and energizing any areas of your body that feel sluggish or inactive. By inspiring a positive, joyful attitude, working with the Red Jasper meaning and uses will help you have the energy, inspiration and motivation to take action and make your dreams come true."

Finally, auroragems.com states, "One of the many and major reasons why crystal collectors go for this stone is due to the emotional healing properties it has. Most healing stones cleanse negative energy and also help people dealing with bad moods. Even though red agate can help achieve most of these perks, it approaches the emotional properties differently.

Red Agate ✨ Meaning ✦ Properties ✦ Benefits ✦ Uses

Article Highlights

1Red Agate History

2Red Agate Geological Properties

3Red Agate Healing Properties and Benefits

4Red Agate and Chakra

5How to Use it

6Zodiac Connection

7Red Agate Vs. Carnelian: What's the difference?

8Take Away

Anyone will easily fall in love with this fiery, beautiful, and versatile stone. The gemstone is perfect for anything you would want to use for night lights, wind chimes, or jewelry. There is always something about this stone’s energy that comes out as light, fun, and carefree. The fiery and vivacious healing stone has powerful energy, especially in the sacral chakra and root chakra.

A Beginners Guide to Agate Identification

A Beginners Guide to Red Agate Identification / by Agate Ariel

Its multifaceted vibration can also balance other chakras like the heart chakra, solar plexus, and third eye. Even though the gemstone is not classified as a traditional birthstone, astrologers say the red agate benefits Capricorns greatly. Other zodiac signs that can receive its energy include Taurus, Pisces, and Scorpio.

Red Agate History

The stone was discovered during the Imperial Rome era in the Achates River in Italy. Large deposits of this stone were discovered there, and that is where it also acquired its name. Greeks and Romans claim they were the first to discover red agate, but some archaeological findings prove that agate was there even in the Neolithic period.

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Strong evidence shows that agate was popular among Babylonian civilizations and the ancient Egyptians. Many people believe that agates are powerful protection amulets even though they occur in diverse cultures worldwide. People believe they shield the wearer from evil people and attract good luck.

Seafarers carried agates on their talismans, claiming that they would protect them from rough seas, lightning, and high winds. Ancient healers crushed red agate into a fine powder and mixed it with water to alleviate the venom from snake bites.

Red Agate Geological Properties

Red Agate Healing Properties and Benefits

Red agate is widely known to possess very strong healing powers. It is a multipurpose stone that could impact your body, soul, and mind.

Below are some of its healing properties:

Feelings and Emotional Healing

One of the many and major reasons why crystal collectors go for this stone is due to the emotional healing properties it has. Most healing stones cleanse negative energy and also help people dealing with bad moods. Even though red agate can help achieve most of these perks, it approaches the emotional properties differently.

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If you are overwhelmed with pain preventing you from progressing in life, red agate will easily address this issue. The stone evokes passion in the bearer, and they can fight and accomplish their goals. Red agate does not just do away with bad memories but helps you thrive through them. It allows you to face the bad memories and let them go.

Red agate is also famous for self-empowerment. Many have the problem of self-doubt because of past tribulations and experiences. That makes them create an emotional wall that prevents them from enjoying life. However, with red agate in the picture, you will be able to break such barriers and live your life the best way you can. The stone instills logical thinking, positivity, and inspirational meaning in your life. The stone helps you remain calm and handle past traumas.

Facing your inner fears and doubts could be the best thing you ever did for yourself. You will critically analyze where the problem is and look for new ways to find a solution."

This necklace surprised me with all of the potential healing benefits these stones carry! I think Autumn Hickory will become a favorite accent to many outfits too!