Apple Valley Jasper Slab – Brushstroke flowering patterns – Sahara stromatolite
This captivating Apple Valley Jasper slab displays brushstroke-like flowering with intricate stromatolite patterns that reveal exceptional detail upon close inspection. The piece also features beautiful hematite formations adding metallic accents to the ancient bacterial colonies preserved in this stone. This billion-year-old fossil combines geological significance with lapidary quality.
SPECIFICATIONS
• Material: Natural Apple Valley Jasper (Stromatolite)
• Dimensions: 96mm x 56mm x 7mm (Inches - 3.8" x 2.2" x 0.3")
• Weight: 87 grams (3.07 oz)
• Origin: Sahara Desert, Morocco
• Condition: Unpolished slab - ready for your project
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.
WHAT MAKES IT SPECIAL
The brushstroke flowering patterns and intricate stromatolite detail create exceptional visual complexity. The hematite formations add natural metallic beauty to this ancient specimen, perfect for unique cabochons.
PERFECT FOR
• Cabochon cutting
• Display specimens
• Fossil collectors
PHOTO NOTE: All photos wet to show polish potential, except last photo (dry) to examine natural flaws. Colors vary on monitors.
This listing is for the exact piece shown in photos.
