Apple Valley Jasper Slab - Gold, Yellow, Red, and White Stromatolite Waves - Super Rare Sahara Fossil
This gorgeous stromatolite colony formed in wavy flows of gold, yellow, red, and white, creating a captivating layered display. The slab also features tons of shimmery sparkles that add a really neat effect to any cabochons made from this material or make it a beautiful sparkly display slab. Despite the sparkle, this piece still looks like it will cab and polish well.
SPECIFICATIONS
• Material: Natural Apple Valley Jasper (Fossil Stromatolite)
• Dimensions: 106mm x 30mm x 6mm (Inches - 4.2" x 1.2" x 0.2")
• Weight: 47 grams (1.66 oz)
• Rarity: Super Rare
• Origin: Sahara Desert, Morocco
• Condition: Unpolished slab - ready for your project
Apple Valley Jasper comes from the Sahara Desert and 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. Each layer represents a geological event, with mineral content determining the colors and patterns visible today. This material has limited future availability, as imports to the United States are expected to cease.
WHAT MAKES IT SPECIAL
The wavy multi-colored flows of gold, yellow, red, and white combined with natural sparkle throughout create a slab with both visual depth and shimmer. The limited future availability of this Sahara material makes current stock especially valuable.
PERFECT FOR
• Cabochon cutting
• Display specimens
• Fossil and 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.
