What do you see? This fabulous polychrome jasper shows people a scenic image and it’s interesting that different people different things! Wrapped in copper wire, it has been carefully captured in an intricately woven frame made with time and detail. The copper has been wrapped by hand and antiqued before being hand-polished. It is a quality piece that will delight its owner for many years to come!
This piece measures 50x40mm in total and comes with an adjustable sliding cord necklace. Alternatively, for an extra cost you can upgrade to a solid copper ball chain. If this is a gift, why not present it in a lovely natural-looking brown gift box, so it’s ready to gift and wear!
Polychrome jasper is a sedimentary rock formed from the consolidation of silica-rich sediment or volcanic ash. It is classified as a variety of jasper, which is a microcrystalline variety of quartz. Polychrome jasper exhibits a wide range of vibrant colours, including red, brown, yellow, orange, green, and sometimes even blue. These colours often occur in swirling or mottled patterns, creating a unique and eye-catching appearance. The stone primarily consists of silica, with additional trace minerals contributing to its colouration. The specific minerals responsible for its vivid colours have not been conclusively identified, but it is believed that iron oxides and other impurities are responsible for the various hues. Polychrome jasper is found in specific regions of northwest Madagascar. The exact geological processes that led to its formation are not well-documented, but it likely involves the deposition and subsequent consolidation of sedimentary material over millions of years. While polychrome jasper is primarily valued for its aesthetic appeal and use as a gemstone, it also has geological significance. It provides insights into the geological history and processes of the region where it is found, offering clues about the environmental conditions and geological events that occurred during its formation.
