Mookaite (sometimes spelled Mookite, or just called Mock Jasper) is a Jasper found in Western Australia. The colors usually are a combination of reds, yellows and browns.
In Australia, Mookaite is thought to be a healing stone that gives strength. It is said to protect the wearer from difficult situations and to connect us to loved ones who have passed on.
Mookaite is named for where is was first found on the west side of the Kennedy Range in Western Australia. According to locals, the Aboriginal word "mooka" means "running waters".
Mookaite is also said to help counter the effects of aging! This gemstone is believed to bring us into the present helping us with problem assessment and decision making.
Monday, December 7, 2009
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A whole bunch of things I didn't know. Thanks
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