A type of Jasper, Brecciated Jasper is a useful stone for those who are often unfocused and seemingly on edge.  Although Brecciated Jasper typically refers to components that are random and scattered, Brecciated Jasper is quite the opposite, as it is used to bring mental clarity and focus to a scattered event or life experience. While it provides clarity and focus, it also helps its owner in enter into a sense of calm.  This newfound peaceful enables the individual to create balance in their lives.  By eliminating any stress, Brecciated Jasper is able to increase one's focus while tackling work goals or artistic projects.  Brecciated Jasper's strength comes from its ability to increase creative energy in its holder, which, in turn, channels that energy into positive action.Brecciated Jasper's name comes from its fine-grained matrix structure.  Like its main stone, Jasper, Brecciated Jasper was also used as a protective stone in ancient times.  In legend, Brecciated Jasper was believed to protect against evil spirits, and provide courage and relief from pain.  Its mentionings can be traced back to certain Greek, Hebrew, and Latin literature.  Brecciated Jasper is popularly used in design, as its stunning patterns seems to amplified images that are carved onto the stone.