🌍 Apple Valley Jasper Slab – Bold Red Stromatolite with Hematite Inclusions
This large slab of Apple Valley Jasper shows off everything collectors love about this rare material. You’ll see vivid red brushstroke patterns, classic stromatolite banding, and beautiful hematite flower inclusions scattered throughout. It’s the kind of slab that offers multiple cabbing opportunities—or can simply be appreciated as a stunning display of ancient fossilized beauty.
📏 Measurements (inches - longest - approx): 6.1 x 4.5 x 0.26
Apple Valley Jasper is a fossil stromatolite found in the Sahara Desert of Morocco, near the famous Apple Valley Agate site. Stromatolites are ancient colonies of cyanobacteria—ocean-dwelling microbes that trap sediment in layered structures. They are among the earliest known fossils, and in some parts of the world, they’re still forming today.
With Apple Valley Jasper, each layer tells a geological story, shaped by mineral-rich waters and shifting sediments. This material often features vivid reds, intricate linear banding, and occasional hematite flower inclusions that make for striking cabochons. It's a bold, historic jasper that takes an excellent polish and offers both beauty and deep scientific intrigue.
📝 Natural Stone Disclaimer:
All of the stones and fossils offered here are natural materials formed over millions of years through geological and organic processes. As a result, it is completely normal for them to exhibit natural fractures, pits, inclusions, voids, and other surface or internal features that reflect their ancient origins.
These characteristics are not flaws—they are part of what makes each piece unique. We encourage you to review all product photos carefully and research the properties of each material before purchasing to ensure it meets your expectations. If you have any questions about a specific piece, feel free to contact us before ordering.
🖼️ Photo Disclaimer:
To best showcase the color, pattern, and potential of each stone, most photos are taken with the material wet to simulate the appearance of a polished finish. The final photo is taken dry to help highlight any natural surface imperfections such as fractures, pits, or voids. Please review all images carefully before purchasing.
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