Royal Imperial Jasper Slab – Midgrade Pattern with Orbs – Practice Material
Good practice slab of Royal Imperial Jasper from near San Cristobal, Mexico, showing midgrade pattern with darker orbs throughout. Please note the very center has a partially healed fracture that should be considered when planning cuts. This represents an affordable opportunity to work with one of the five fine old stock jaspers without premium pricing, ideal for learning cabbing techniques or testing designs.
SPECIFICATIONS
• Material: Natural Royal Imperial Jasper
• Dimensions: 56mm x 49mm x 6mm (2.2" x 1.9" x 0.2")
• Weight: 25 grams (0.88 oz)
• Rarity: Rare
• Origin: Near San Cristobal, Mexico
• Condition: Unpolished slab - ready for your project - center has partially healed fracture
Royal Imperial Jasper is Imperial Jasper containing distinctive egg-like orbs that elevate it above standard Imperial material. It's one of the five fine old stock jaspers, along with Bruneau, Morrisonite, Willow Creek, and Blue Mountain. The material comes in numerous colors and patterns from near San Cristobal, Mexico.
WHAT MAKES IT SPECIAL
This piece offers an affordable entry point to working with historic Royal Imperial Jasper. The visible orb pattern and Mexican origin provide authentic material at practice-grade pricing, perfect for learning or multiple project attempts.
PERFECT FOR
• Practice material
• Learning cabochon cutting
• Testing design ideas
PHOTO NOTE: All photos wet to show polish potential, except last photo (dry) to examine natural flaws. Colors may vary on monitors.
Rough stones may contain natural fractures, pits, or inclusions typical of unpolished material.
This listing is for the exact piece shown in photos.
