Unakite Jasper
The Gentle Healer of Letting Go
About the stone
A coarse grained granite rock with salmon pink orthoclase and dark green epidote. Not actually a jasper. Named after the Unaka Mountains in North Carolina.
Mineral data
- Chemical composition: Unakite is a coarse-grained granite rock containing salmon-pink orthoclase feldspar, green epidote and usually quartz. Despite the name it is not a jasper, and its composition varies from piece to piece.
- Hardness: 6.5 to 7 on the Mohs scale.
- Color: Salmon pink (orthoclase) mottled with dark green (epidote).
- Specific gravity: 2.58-2.91
- Refractive index: 1.54
Metaphysical data
Unakite Jasper, recognized for its mottled pink and green coloring, has been utilized in metaphysical practices to support heart healing, release of the past and a mature, grateful approach to relationships.
Grounding and Stabilizing Energy
- Unakite is believed to help ground the emotions and calm extremes, offering a steady middle ground when feelings run high.
- It is traditionally said to help one find things which are lost or misplaced, a charming belief that suits its patient, searching nature.
Emotional Healing
- The stone is thought to release anger, fear and resentment, creating room for forgiveness and for gratitude to grow in their place.
- It is said to support rebirth after difficult breakups or the death of a loved one, offering gentle company through the slow work of grief.
Harmonizing Energy Centers
- Unakite is associated with the heart chakra, where its pink and green colors are seen as joining tender feeling with growth and renewal.
- Held over the heart in quiet moments, it is said to ease old tightness and encourage a more open, steady rhythm of care.
Zodiac Associations
- Unakite is linked to the zodiac sign of Scorpio, whose depth and transformative nature echo this stone's work of releasing the past.
- In numerology it vibrates to the number 9, associated with completion, compassion and the closing of old chapters.
Spiritual Growth
- Unakite is regarded as a stone of relationships, helping us release the past and respond to our partners with maturity.
- It is said to free one from the ego, giving way to feeling gratitude, and to promote healthy habits that vibrate to the highest self.
Physical Healing
- Unakite is traditionally said to aid the heart, releasing trapped emotions from the physical body, though it is not a substitute for professional medical advice.
- It is also thought to support the health of hair, skin and nails; anyone with heart concerns should always consult a qualified health professional.
Care and handling
Unakite is a durable granite-based stone. Clean it with lukewarm water, mild soap and a soft cloth, then dry well. It tolerates sunlight and daily handling, but avoid harsh chemicals and sharp blows, which could chip polished edges.
Individual experiences with Unakite vary and are always personal. Approach it with patience, and let its soft pink and green remind you that healing takes the time it takes.