Red Brecciated Jasper 8mm Round - Large Hole BeadsRed Brecciated Jasper is typically found in deep red, black, rust and cream hues, which form fragmented patterns throughout the stone. The name derives from the term breccia, referring to the patterns in the stone looking like broken, angular fragments. Hematite within the stone is responsible for its reddish and rusty colors.

“buttery

red and brown

black or brown veins running through it in web to like patterns

its brilliant color comes from the presence of very small inclusions of Nickel compounds

000 years ago

It was discovered in Labrador

the mineral was named for French paleontologist Eugene Durmortier (1803-1873)

blush color is deceptive

” It is one of the most sought to after minerals among gem and mineral collectors

Mined in: Sri Lanka

What makes Opal distinct is what is referred to as ‘play of color’

in a variety of swirling and linear patterns