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Picture Jasper
SiO2
AI-generated identification · may be incorrectHardness of 6.5 to 7 on the Mohs scale, opaque, smooth surface, yellow, brown, and bluish-grey colors with scenic patterns.
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Physical properties
Hardness of 6.5 to 7 on the Mohs scale, opaque, smooth surface, yellow, brown, and bluish-grey colors with scenic patterns.
Formation & geological history
Formed from silica-rich fluids that seeped into fractures and cavities in volcanic rocks, creating intricate patterns as they crystallized.
Uses & applications
Commonly used in jewelry, cabochons, and ornamental carvings.
Geological facts
Picture Jasper gets its name from the scenic landscape-like patterns that form within the stone.
Field identification & locations
Identify by its opaque nature, earth tones, and landscape patterns. Often found in the Pacific Northwest of the US, particularly Oregon and Idaho.
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