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Very special gemstones can still be discovered
on the Coromandel’s beaches and in its rivers.
A member of the quartz family, Coromandel
red Jasper is a silicon dioxide mineral with
a hardness of 7. Its vivid shades range from
brick red to pure scarlet, and sometimes the
inner hues are marked with swirls of golden
brown or dots of bluish chalcedony or opal.
At its best, Coromandel red Jasper can match
any jasper in the world for attractive colours,
rich patterns and consistent hardness. I have
found that it is an excellent material for cutting
spheres, hearts, beads, wands and jewellery
stones.
The energetic properties of Coromandel red
Jasper are vitality, courage, life force, passion
and sudden spiritual awakening. When holding
these stones, I sometimes feel strong currents
flowing into the base of my spine, all the
way up to the top of my head. When energy
is flagging, this stone makes an ideal ally,
infusing one’s vibrational field with new life.
360 Athenree Road, Off SH 2, north of Katikati
OPEN TO THE PUBLIC: Apr - Dec: 1st Sunday of the month Jan - Mar: Every Sunday
BOOKINGS & INFO: Call Barbara 07 863 4421 or Val 07 863 4673
FOR THAT SPECIAL OCCASION
THE ATHENREE HOMESTEAD
Built in 1878 by Hugh and Adela Stewart, this beautifully restored historic residence is
nestled on a three-acre picturesque park with spectacular views over Tauranga Harbour.
Ideal for your special celebration.
WEDDINGS, MEETINGS AND OTHER PRIVATE FUNCTIONS, LARGE OR SMALL.
Also available is the historic Athenree Station, which is used for our famous Athenree Teas.
For those who wish to experiment with
crystal healing, especially when dealing
with ‘energy issues’ such as chronic fatigue,
depression, weakness or convalescence
after an illness, I suggest wearing or
carrying Coromandel red Jasper, which my
studies tell me is capable of supporting an
infusion of vital energy.
Whether just beach combing, or seeking a
stone for spiritual pursuits, Coromandel red
Jasper is an exciting and attractive addition
to any stone collection. It is not too difficult
to find in our mineral-rich area, and shops
such as mine often carry raw and polished
pieces of these beautiful and powerful
stones like the ones shown above.
Robert Simmons, author of The Book
of Stones and Stones of the New
Consciousness, is also co-owner with wife
Kathy Helen Warner of the new Heaven and
Earth gallery on Main Road in Tairua.
Open 10-5pm every day. PH: 07 864 8875.
by robert Simmons nz gEMs COrOMANDEL
rED JASPEr