Crystal: Mookaite Jasper
Form: Tumblestone
Best known for: Grounding | Comfort | Nature
Chakra: Root and Solar Plexus
Use:
The mookaite stone is a rare and treasured gem known as the Mother Earth Stone, and is said to be a soulful stone that helps to heal stress and fear while also deepening creativity and connection within ones self. Mookaite is said to:
- Strengthen ones connection to nature
- Boost immune system
- Lessen the effects of ageing
- Soothe stress and anxiety of the mind
Science: Chemical composition: | Mohs Hardness:
Mookaite is a variety of jasper, formed from the microscopic remains of tiny radiolarians, which create the sedimentary rock structure that forms Mookaite crystal. This process occurs in only one place in the world, within the Kennedy Ranges near Gascoyne Junction, Windalia Radiolarite, Western Australia. It is said to have been formed here in the Cretaceous Period, around 145-146 million years ago.
Feng Shui:
In Feng Shui, mookaite is connected to fire energy, being the most powerful element in Feng Shui. As fire is said to bring passion, inspiration, expansion, confidence and action, placing fire elements like mookaite in the south area of the home is said to bring success and positive energy, as well as fame and reputation. Placing them in the northeast area is said to boost inspiration, while placing them in the southwest area is connected to bringing passion, warmth and positive energy into a marriage or partnership.