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morrisonite jasper cab ~
Offered here is a spendidly unique cabochon of premium morrisonite jasper, from the old Morrison Ranch digs in Oregon. I have a huge parent chunk of this material, and even after cutting from it for years, it has continually surprised me by changing patterns dramatically from one slice to the next. That's the way it goes, part of the wonder that keeps me fired up about lapidary! Anyway, Morrisonite is RARE material, the most sought after member of the porcelain jasper family, called the king of jaspers by many. This stone is a delightful example, with a wild pattern of streamers and more in blended shades of avocado against lemon chiffon. It's a beaut! The stone has a high rounded dome of 7+mm, and a sweet designer shape. The face has a brilliant glassy polish, but the back has a few matte areas and a thin, shallow fissure, which shouldn't pose any problem at all.
Size: 47x31mm
Weight: approximately 58 carats
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 Morrisonite
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