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1.9" Carved Dalmatian Stone Turtle - Mexico
This is a beautiful turtle sculpture carved from classic Mexican Dalmatian Stone, an igneous rock known for its playful cream-colored background dotted with bold black arfvedsonite crystals. This little guy measures 1.9" long and has been polished to a glossy finish.
About Dalmatian Jasper
Dalmatian Jasper, also known as Dalmatian Stone, is a distinctive spotted rock found primarily in Chihuahua, Mexico. Its light beige to cream-colored background is naturally speckled with black or brown spots of arfvedsonite and iron oxide, giving it the playful, dog-like pattern that inspired its name. No two pieces are ever the same—each one displays a unique arrangement of contrasting dots and patterns.
Technically a form of igneous rock rather than a true jasper, Dalmatian Jasper is composed mostly of feldspar and quartz, making it a durable and easily polished material. When cut and polished, it has a smooth, glossy surface that highlights its fun and unmistakable pattern. Highly popular among collectors and lapidary artists, Dalmatian Jasper is often used for cabochons, tumbled stones, and decorative carvings. It’s a cheerful and distinctive stone that perfectly showcases nature’s sense of creativity and whimsy.
Dalmatian Jasper, also known as Dalmatian Stone, is a distinctive spotted rock found primarily in Chihuahua, Mexico. Its light beige to cream-colored background is naturally speckled with black or brown spots of arfvedsonite and iron oxide, giving it the playful, dog-like pattern that inspired its name. No two pieces are ever the same—each one displays a unique arrangement of contrasting dots and patterns.
Technically a form of igneous rock rather than a true jasper, Dalmatian Jasper is composed mostly of feldspar and quartz, making it a durable and easily polished material. When cut and polished, it has a smooth, glossy surface that highlights its fun and unmistakable pattern. Highly popular among collectors and lapidary artists, Dalmatian Jasper is often used for cabochons, tumbled stones, and decorative carvings. It’s a cheerful and distinctive stone that perfectly showcases nature’s sense of creativity and whimsy.
$15
SPECIES
Quartz, Feldspar & Arfvedsonite
LOCATION
Chihuahua, Mexico
SIZE
1.9 x 1.2"
CATEGORY
ITEM
#366189
