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Mookaite Jasper
Silicon Dioxide (SiO2)
AI-generated identification · may be incorrectHardness of 6.5 to 7 on the Mohs scale, featuring distinct earthy tones of red, burgundy, yellow, and cream with a vitreous to dull luster and microcrystalline structure.
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Physical properties
Hardness of 6.5 to 7 on the Mohs scale, featuring distinct earthy tones of red, burgundy, yellow, and cream with a vitreous to dull luster and microcrystalline structure.
Formation & geological history
Formed as a marine sedimentary deposit from the weathering of radiolarian skeletons in Western Australia during the Cretaceous period.
Uses & applications
Primarily used for lapidary work, making beads, cabochons, and ornamental jewelry pieces.
Geological facts
Mookaite is found exclusively along the Kennedy Ranges of Gascoyne in Western Australia, near Mooka Creek.
Field identification & locations
Easily identified by its unique polychrome banding and mix of warm pastel and earthy hues; popular among crystal collectors and jewelry artisans.
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