DESCRIPTION
Even though Jasper is a variety of Chalcedony, due to its various different names it is often seen as a family in its own right.
Jasper comes in many colours, shapes and sizes and tends to be named by the patterns that appear on its surface.
These include: Dalmation Jasper, Picture Jasper, Blood Jasper, Print Jasper, Ribbon Jasper and Orbicular Jasper and Landscape Jasper.
Jasper is usually cabochon cut.
With carat sizes averaging double figures, this gemstone features more in necklaces, pendants and brooches.