Apple Valley Jasper Slab – red waves with hematite flowers – Sahara stromatolite fossil
This neat slab of Apple Valley Jasper shows some sweet red waves with gold colorations and hematite flowers. This one has a lot of micro detail. Apple Valley Jasper is actually a fossil stromatolite, among Earth's earliest known fossils.
SPECIFICATIONS
• Material: Natural Apple Valley Jasper (stromatolite)
• Dimensions: 90mm x 40mm x 6mm (Inches - 3.5" x 1.6" x 0.2")
• Weight: 46 grams (1.62 oz)
• Rarity: Super Rare
• 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. Stromatolites formed from cyanobacteria colonies trapped in sediment layers and are among Earth's earliest known fossils. This stromatolite jasper commonly shows bright reds with distinct banding and can feature hematite flowers that create eye-catching cabochons. This material has limited future availability, as imports to the United States are expected to cease.
WHAT MAKES IT SPECIAL
Sweet red waves with gold and signature hematite flowers, packed with micro detail in an ancient fossil stromatolite.
PERFECT FOR
• Cabochon cutting
• Fossil display
• Stromatolite collectors
PHOTO NOTE: 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.
This listing is for the exact piece shown in photos.
