This Banded Jasper comes from Morocco. It comes in fist to head sized pieces. Banded Jasper has a banded pattern running through it. This is rough or raw material offered in bulk or wholesale.
In its unprocessed state, banded jasper rough has a rough-yet-alluring appearance that frequently has a matte finish with different levels of translucency. Its colors are varied, ranging from chilly shades of green, blue, and gray to warm earth tones of rust, ochre, and terracotta. The stone's bands of color, each representing a distinct mineral composition and set of climatic circumstances, are a tribute to the geological processes that created the stone over millions of years.
Banded jasper's actual beauty comes to light when it is expertly cut and polished, exposing a glossy surface that highlights the intricate banding patterns. Banded jasper's distinctive qualities allow for a host of imaginative uses, whether it is carved into ornamental pieces or fashioned into cabochons for jewelry-making.
