{"product_id":"apple-valley-jasper-cut-proven-druzy-hematite-flowers","title":"Apple Valley Jasper Cut and Proven - Black Druzy and Hematite Flowers","description":"\u003cp\u003eApple Valley Jasper \u003cem\u003ecut and proven\u003c\/em\u003e rough showing \u003cem\u003enice flowing pattern\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem\u003egreat black druzy pockets\u003c\/em\u003e, and characteristic \u003cem\u003ehematite flowers\u003c\/em\u003e. From the \u003cstrong\u003eSahara Desert, Morocco\u003c\/strong\u003e, this \u003cstrong\u003efossil stromatolite\u003c\/strong\u003e material has plenty of room - you could either \u003cstrong\u003ebisect to slab\u003c\/strong\u003e or \u003cstrong\u003eglue and get multiple slabs\u003c\/strong\u003e from this stunning chunk of rough.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSPECIFICATIONS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e• Material: Natural Apple Valley Jasper\u003cbr\u003e• Dimensions: 142mm x 73mm x 87mm (Inches - 5.6\" x 2.9\" x 3.4\")\u003cbr\u003e• Weight: 981 grams (2 lbs 2.6 oz)\u003cbr\u003e• Rarity: Super Rare\u003cbr\u003e• Origin: Sahara Desert, Morocco\u003cbr\u003e• Condition: Natural rough, unpolished\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eApple Valley Jasper comes from the same Sahara Desert location as Apple Valley Agate but is actually a \u003cstrong\u003efossil stromatolite\u003c\/strong\u003e, making it a fascinating specimen for fossil collectors. Stromatolites formed from cyanobacteria colonies trapped in sediment layers and are among Earth's \u003cstrong\u003eearliest known fossils\u003c\/strong\u003e, dating back billions of years. Each layer represents a geological event, with mineral content determining colors and patterns. This stromatolite jasper commonly shows \u003cstrong\u003ebright reds with distinct banding\u003c\/strong\u003e and can feature \u003cstrong\u003ehematite flowers\u003c\/strong\u003e that create eye-catching cabochons.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWHAT MAKES IT SPECIAL\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe combination of \u003cem\u003eblack druzy\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem\u003ehematite flowers\u003c\/em\u003e on flowing pattern is exactly the look that has made Apple Valley Jasper a sought-after stromatolite. \u003cstrong\u003eSubstantial cutter\u003c\/strong\u003e with multiple slabbing strategies available.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePERFECT FOR\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e• Slab production\u003cbr\u003e• Cabochon cutting\u003cbr\u003e• Stromatolite fossil collectors\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePHOTO NOTE:\u003c\/strong\u003e All photos are taken wet to show polish potential. The last photo is taken dry to show any natural imperfections or surface features, so please review it before purchasing.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eRough stones may contain natural fractures, pits, or inclusions typical of unpolished material.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis listing is for the exact piece shown in photos.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"LapidaryCentral","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46024143995114,"sku":"R971","price":113.59,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0406\/3454\/8392\/files\/R971-apple-valley-jasper-cut-proven-druzy-hematite-flow-2.jpg?v=1777870853","url":"https:\/\/lapidarycentral.com\/en-ca\/products\/apple-valley-jasper-cut-proven-druzy-hematite-flowers","provider":"Lapidary Central","version":"1.0","type":"link"}