{"product_id":"apple-valley-jasper-slab-gold-stromatolite","title":"Apple Valley Jasper Slab - Gold Stromatolite Waves with Sparkle","description":"\u003cp\u003eApple Valley Jasper Slab - \u003cem\u003eGold, Yellow, Red, and White Stromatolite Waves\u003c\/em\u003e - \u003cstrong\u003eSuper Rare Sahara Fossil\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis \u003cstrong\u003egorgeous stromatolite colony\u003c\/strong\u003e formed in \u003cem\u003ewavy flows of gold, yellow, red, and white\u003c\/em\u003e, creating a captivating layered display. The slab also features tons of \u003cem\u003eshimmery sparkles\u003c\/em\u003e that add a really neat effect to any cabochons made from this material or make it a \u003cstrong\u003ebeautiful sparkly display slab\u003c\/strong\u003e. Despite the sparkle, this piece still looks like it will cab and \u003cstrong\u003epolish well\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSPECIFICATIONS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e• Material: Natural Apple Valley Jasper (Fossil Stromatolite)\u003cbr\u003e• Dimensions: 106mm x 30mm x 6mm (Inches - 4.2\" x 1.2\" x 0.2\")\u003cbr\u003e• Weight: 47 grams (1.66 oz)\u003cbr\u003e• Rarity: Super Rare\u003cbr\u003e• Origin: Sahara Desert, Morocco\u003cbr\u003e• Condition: Unpolished slab - ready for your project\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eApple Valley Jasper comes from the Sahara Desert and is actually a \u003cstrong\u003efossil stromatolite\u003c\/strong\u003e, making it a fascinating specimen for fossil collectors. Stromatolites formed from cyanobacteria colonies trapped in sediment layers and are among Earth's \u003cstrong\u003eearliest known fossils\u003c\/strong\u003e, 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWHAT MAKES IT SPECIAL\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003ewavy multi-colored flows\u003c\/strong\u003e of gold, yellow, red, and white combined with \u003cem\u003enatural sparkle throughout\u003c\/em\u003e create a slab with both visual depth and shimmer. The \u003cstrong\u003elimited future availability\u003c\/strong\u003e of this Sahara material makes current stock especially valuable.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePERFECT FOR\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e• Cabochon cutting\u003cbr\u003e• Display specimens\u003cbr\u003e• Fossil and stromatolite collectors\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePHOTO NOTE:\u003c\/strong\u003e 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.\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":45986444411114,"sku":"4029","price":27.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0406\/3454\/8392\/files\/4029-apple-valley-jasper-slab-gold-stromatolite-2.jpg?v=1775864255","url":"https:\/\/lapidarycentral.com\/products\/apple-valley-jasper-slab-gold-stromatolite","provider":"Lapidary Central","version":"1.0","type":"link"}