$23.00
A 1.25-inch Kiwi Jasper bone from New Zealand, hand-carved from speckled green and white jasper with natural quartz and amazonite tones. Symbolizes vitality, balance, and ancestral connection.
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Each small bone carving is hand-carved from natural Kiwi Jasper, also known as Sesame Jasper, a uniquely patterned stone featuring a soothing mix of mint green, cream, and gray with occasional black specks or veins. This 1.25-inch piece is polished to a soft luster that highlights its natural blend of quartz, feldspar, and epidote. The bone form celebrates endurance and connection to lineage — a miniature work of art that honors both earth and heritage.
Kiwi Jasper is a composite metamorphic rock, technically a variety of granite or quartz monzonite composed of intergrown quartz, amazonite (microcline feldspar), and specks of tourmaline or amphibole minerals. Its unique coloration — pale blue-green with creamy and black inclusions — arises from the interplay between quartz and feldspar minerals during crystallization.
Although called “jasper,” it is more accurately a quartz–feldspar matrix rock, prized for its durability and tranquil color palette. Mined primarily in New Zealand, Kiwi Jasper embodies the natural calm and balance associated with its island origin, where volcanic and metamorphic processes have created some of the Southern Hemisphere’s most diverse mineral landscapes.
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Mineral Class | Silicate (Quartz–Feldspar Aggregate) |
| Primary Composition | Quartz, Feldspar (Amazonite), Tourmaline |
| Crystal System | Polycrystalline Aggregate |
| Mohs Hardness | 6.5 – 7 |
| Locality / Formation Type | New Zealand – Metamorphic Granite Deposit |
Kiwi Jasper gained recognition in the lapidary world in the late 20th century for its refreshing oceanic tones and durable polish. New Zealand artisans began carving the stone into small symbolic forms that reflected their connection to land and ancestry — themes deeply woven into the country’s cultural fabric.
The bone carving holds special resonance in Pacific cultures, traditionally representing life, strength, and continuity. When rendered in Kiwi Jasper, it reflects the fusion of natural energy and ancestral respect, connecting earth’s stability with the vitality of living tradition.
The bone symbolizes endurance, life force, and ancestral continuity, while Kiwi Jasper’s soothing color blend evokes balance, renewal, and grounded harmony. Together, they form a deeply meaningful emblem of life’s ongoing rhythm:
The green tones suggest renewal and vitality.
The white quartz represents clarity and connection.
The dark inclusions ground the energy in resilience and protection.
Collectors and artisans alike value Kiwi Jasper bones for their gentle presence — small yet powerful representations of life’s persistence and the interconnectedness of all things.
Each carving displays its own mosaic of pale green, white, and gray tones with flecks of black or teal. The soft polish brings out the stone’s delicate balance of color and texture. The compact 1.25-inch size makes it an appealing display accent or pocket talisman, small enough for travel yet rich in symbolic and geological depth.
Clean gently with a soft cloth and mild soap. Avoid prolonged exposure to harsh chemicals or abrasives. Kiwi Jasper is durable but may chip if dropped on hard surfaces; store separately to protect its polish.
| Weight | 3 oz |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 1.25 × .25 × .50 in |
