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7.8" Free-Standing, Polished Noreena Jasper (21 lbs) - Australia
This is a very colorful, 7.8" wide section of noreena jasper from the Hamersley Basin in Australia. It has been cut flat across one face and polished to a glossy-finish. One edge has also been cut flat for free-standing presentation.
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.
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.
SPECIES
Chalcedony var. Jasper
LOCATION
Hamersley Basin, Pilbara region, Australia
FORMATION
Jeerinah Formation
SIZE
Size: 7.8 x 7.6", up to 5" thick, Weight: 21 lbs
CATEGORY
SUB CATEGORY
ITEM
#239861