Beautiful gemstone/crystal skull in typical jasper red. The skull has been completely handcrafted with great attention to detail. All natural stones. Dimensions and weight: 11x13x9cm - 1460 grams The name Jasper is derived from the Greek "iaspis". The Greeks and Romans wore jasper as a gemstone. The Greeks believed that jasper promoted inner harmony and aided women in having a harmonious pregnancy. In ancient Egypt, jasper amulets were worn, and it was used as an energy stone to increase sexuality. Jasper is believed to have aphrodisiac properties when used in massages. Jasper is known as the "mother of all gemstones." Jasper is mined in many different locations around the world. One particularly famous variety is the fire-red jasper from South Africa.