Apple Valley Jasper Cut and Proven – Hematite Flowers with Wavy Stromatolite Pattern – Oolitic Fine-Detail Block
This stunning cut and proven chunk of Apple Valley Jasper shows hematite flowers alongside the wavy stromatolite pattern this material is known for. The combined color scheme with oolitic and fine-detailed structures makes this a particularly distinctive piece. The exterior suggests it should cut with fantastic quality through the rest of the block.
SPECIFICATIONS
• Material: Natural Apple Valley Jasper (Stromatolite Fossil)
• Dimensions: 79mm x 42mm x 89mm (Inches - 3.1" x 1.7" x 3.5")
• Weight: 385 grams (13.6 oz)
• Rarity: Super Rare
• Origin: Sahara Desert, Morocco
• Condition: Cut and proven, unpolished
Apple Valley Jasper comes from the same Sahara Desert location as Apple Valley Agate but is actually a fossil stromatolite, making it a fascinating specimen for fossil collectors. Stromatolites formed from cyanobacteria colonies trapped in sediment layers and are among Earth's earliest known fossils, dating back billions of years. This stromatolite jasper commonly shows bright reds with distinct banding and can feature hematite flowers. This material has limited future availability, as imports to the United States are expected to cease.
WHAT MAKES IT SPECIAL
The pairing of hematite flowers with oolitic fine detail on top of wavy stromatolite layers is a layered, complex Apple Valley look. Cut and proven means the pattern is confirmed for the remaining cuts.
PERFECT FOR
• Slab production
• Cabochon cutting
• Stromatolite fossil collectors
PHOTO NOTE: All photos wet to show polish potential. Colors may vary on monitors.
This listing is for the exact piece shown in photos.
