Apple Valley Jasper Slab – Banded Gold with Stromatolite Colonies – Historic Oregon Deposit
This neat banded gold slab of Apple Valley Jasper shows great stromatolite patterns where you can see the individual colonies along with oolitic-like patterns. This one would make nice cabochons or be a nice display just as it is, with neat hematite adding character to the banded lines.
SPECIFICATIONS
• Material: Natural Apple Valley Jasper
• Dimensions: 96mm x 114mm x 6mm (Inches - 3.8" x 4.5" x 0.2")
• Weight: 131 grams (4.62 oz)
• Origin: Oregon, USA
• Condition: Unpolished slab - ready for your project
Apple Valley Jasper is a distinctive material from Oregon known for its banded patterns and unique geological formations. This jasper takes a quality polish and displays interesting patterns that make it popular among collectors who appreciate Oregon's diverse lapidary materials.
WHAT MAKES IT SPECIAL
This piece showcases well-defined stromatolite colonies preserved in beautiful banded gold. The hematite inclusions create natural metallic accents throughout the banding.
PERFECT FOR
• Cabochon cutting
• Fossil collectors
• Display specimens
PHOTO NOTE: All photos wet to show polish potential, except last photo (dry) to examine natural flaws. Colors may vary on monitors.
This listing is for the exact piece shown in photos.
