7.6" Polished Jelly Bean Jasper Section - Australia

This is a fascinating, 7.6" tall, section of Jelly Bean Jasper from mined near Paraburdoo in Western Australia. One side has been cut and polished to a glossy finish.

Noreena jasper is a type of jasper named after the Noreena Hills in Western Australia where it is found. It is known for its unique, colorful patterns that can include shades of red, orange, yellow, and green.

Noreena jasper is a silicified pelite (mudstone) that occurs in the Jeerinah Formation. It was deposited during the Late Archean, an astounding 2.7 billion years ago! Due to its unique, colorful patterning, it is often used in jewelry and as a decorative stone.
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DETAILS
SPECIES
Red Jasper Conglomerate With Hematite
LOCATION
Paraburdoo, Western Australia
SIZE
7.6 x 4.7", 2.4" thick
CATEGORY
SUB CATEGORY
ITEM
#240052