{"product_id":"apple-valley-jasper-rough-wavy-red-hematite","title":"Apple Valley Jasper Rough - Wavy Red Hematite Stromatolite","description":"\u003cp\u003eApple Valley Jasper Rough – \u003cem\u003eWavy Bright Red Pattern\u003c\/em\u003e – \u003cstrong\u003eSuper Rare Sahara Stromatolite\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis stunning Apple Valley Jasper shows \u003cem\u003egreat wavy pattern\u003c\/em\u003e throughout and feels very dense, with plenty of \u003cem\u003ehematite and bright red\u003c\/em\u003e showing. It does have fractures that appear to run partially through, so keep that in mind and consider end-cutting it. It looks to cut some \u003cstrong\u003estunning material\u003c\/strong\u003e from this \u003cstrong\u003esuper rare\u003c\/strong\u003e Sahara \u003cstrong\u003efossil stromatolite\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSPECIFICATIONS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e• Material: Natural Apple Valley Jasper\u003cbr\u003e• Dimensions: 238mm x 185mm x 106mm (Inches - 9.4\" x 7.3\" x 4.2\")\u003cbr\u003e• Weight: 7257 grams (16 lbs)\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. Each layer represents a geological event, with mineral content determining the colors and patterns visible today. 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. Imports to the United States are expected to cease, making current stock particularly valuable.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWHAT MAKES IT SPECIAL\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA \u003cstrong\u003edense, meaty\u003c\/strong\u003e stromatolite chunk with \u003cem\u003ebright red and hematite\u003c\/em\u003e pattern. Imports are expected to cease, making current stock scarce.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePERFECT FOR\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e• Slab cutting\u003cbr\u003e• Cabochon cutting\u003cbr\u003e• Fossil stromatolite collectors\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePHOTO NOTE:\u003c\/strong\u003e Photographed wet. Natural rough may show surface texture. Colors vary on monitors.\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":46126113292522,"sku":"R1205","price":249.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0406\/3454\/8392\/files\/DSC04207.jpg?v=1783055257","url":"https:\/\/lapidarycentral.com\/products\/apple-valley-jasper-rough-wavy-red-hematite","provider":"Lapidary Central","version":"1.0","type":"link"}