Jasper

Kambaba Jasper, often called Crocodile Jasper, is an ancient fossilized stromatolite from Madagascar and South Africa. Formed over two billion years ago from prehistoric algae mats, its swirling green and black patterns preserve the record of Earth’s earliest life—uniting geology, paleontology, and art in one mesmerizing stone.

Ocean Jasper, found along Madagascar’s remote northwest coast, is a multicolored orbicular stone formed in ancient rhyolitic lava flows now touched by the sea. Its patterns of green, gold, pink, and white echo ocean tides—each orb a bubble of volcanic gas frozen in quartz, symbolizing harmony, rhythm, and the cycle

Cherry Creek Jasper, mined in China’s Gobi Desert region, is a rhyolitic jasper famed for its bold network of crimson, gold, and green veins. Born from ancient volcanic flows later infused with iron-rich silica, it reveals nature’s geometry—strength, stability, and color forged by heat, pressure, and time.

Leopard Skin Jasper, mined in Mexico, is a rhyolitic jasper patterned with striking orbicular “spots” of red, cream, gold, and black. Formed through silicified volcanic flows rich in iron and manganese, its markings resemble a leopard’s coat—symbolizing Earth’s creativity, adaptability, and enduring artistry in stone.

Bumblebee Jasper, a brilliant yellow, orange, and black stone from Indonesia, isn’t a true jasper but a rare volcanic formation of sulfur, arsenic, and calcite. Its vivid bands mirror the wings of its namesake insect — a testament to Earth’s fiery chemistry and one of the world’s most visually striking

Picasso Jasper, a striking matrix of gray, black, and red veining, forms when limestone undergoes metamorphic transformation and silicification. Found primarily in Utah, this “marble-jasper” captures nature’s abstract artistry — a network of mineral fractures frozen in time, resembling brushstrokes across stone.

Rainforest Jasper, a vibrant green and gold rhyolitic jasper from Queensland, Australia, captures the textures of ancient volcanic landscapes. Formed from silicified lava flows rich in iron and chlorite, this stone blends geology and natural artistry—its patterns resembling moss, roots, and leaves forever preserved in quartz.

Rhyolite is a volcanic rock born from rapidly cooled, silica-rich magma — the fiery origin of many so-called “jasper” stones. From Mexico’s Leopard Skin to Australia’s Rainforest Jasper, rhyolite’s transformation through silicification reveals how volcanoes create the patterns and colors collectors treasure. It is the volcanic mirror of true sedimentary

Fruit Jasper, found primarily in India, is a true jasper—microcrystalline quartz enriched with iron, clay, and trace minerals that create vivid reds, greens, and golds. Known for its orchard-like color palette, it reflects Earth’s elemental artistry: heat, pressure, and mineral chemistry transforming ancient sediment into a polished symbol of vitality

One of humanity’s oldest known gemstones, Red Jasper combines geologic wonder with cultural legacy. From ancient Egyptian amulets to modern lapidary art, this deep crimson chalcedony tells a story of fire, iron, and endurance — a stone born from Earth’s core energies and carried through human history.

From the rugged hills of Zacatecas, Mexico, Imperial Jasper emerges as one of Earth’s most refined and collectible jaspers. Renowned for its exquisite banding, orbicular “egg-form” nodules, and pastel hues, this high-grade jasper embodies the pinnacle of nature’s artistry in microcrystalline quartz.

Discovered near Biggs Junction, Oregon, Biggs Jasper is the classic American picture jasper — its swirling brown and tan bands capture the story of ancient volcanic mudflows turned to stone. Coveted by lapidarists and collectors alike, each piece preserves a natural desert landscape painted by Earth itself.

Deschutes Jasper, from Oregon’s high desert near the Deschutes River Canyon, is a prized picture jasper known for its dramatic red-brown cliffs, blue-gray skies, and horizon-like layers. Formed from silicified volcanic sediments, each piece captures the essence of Oregon’s canyon landscapes in stone.

Owyhee Jasper, from the rugged canyons of eastern Oregon, is a scenic variety of jasper famed for its desert horizon patterns and soft color transitions. Formed millions of years ago from silica-rich volcanic sediments, it’s treasured by collectors for its natural “paintings” of the American West.

Poppy Jasper is a rare orbicular variety of jasper named for its bright red, yellow, and orange “poppy” orbs. Found primarily in California, it forms through silica replacement and rhythmic mineral deposition in volcanic rock. Learn about its geology, formation, color variations, and collector value in this in-depth Grounded Lifestyles

Brecciated Jasper is a vibrant mosaic of fractured and recemented jasper fragments — a natural collage of red, gold, cream, and gray formed by ancient tectonic forces. Learn how this dynamic stone forms, where it’s found, how to identify high-grade specimens, and why collectors value it as a symbol of

Polychrome Jasper — discovered in Madagascar’s deserts in the early 2000s — captivates with its flowing patterns of red, teal, cream, orange, and gray. Formed in ancient volcanic ash beds, it symbolizes the Earth’s artistry. Explore its geology, origins, grading, and collector significance in this comprehensive Grounded Lifestyles guide.

Mookaite Jasper — found only in Western Australia — is a striking variety of silicified radiolarite rich in reds, creams, yellows, and mauves. Formed from ancient sea sediments and microfossils, it bridges geology and prehistory. Learn about its formation, age, grading, and significance as one of the world’s most distinctive

Picture Jasper is a scenic variety of jasper known for its landscape-like patterns — formed by ancient sedimentary layering and iron oxide staining. Each stone captures a miniature vista of Earth’s past. Learn about its geology, localities, grading, and symbolism, and why collectors prize these nature-painted masterpieces.

Bloodstone Jasper — a deep green chalcedony flecked with vivid red — is one of the most storied varieties of jasper, valued since antiquity for its bold contrast and durability. Learn about its geology, formation, symbolism, and collecting value, from India’s riverbeds to ancient Greek lapidaries and modern jewelry studios.