Iron Inclusions Jasper Appraisal

Rough Green Jasper with Iron Inclusions

This specimen is a raw, unpolished mineral piece, likely a variety of Jasper or possibly a low-grade aventurine or jadeite. It measures approximately 1.5 to 2 inches in diameter, fitting easily within the grip of a hand. The primary coloration is a muted, mossy forest green, which is heavily mottled with brownish-orange and tan iron oxide staining or inclusions. The surface texture is uneven and semi-lustrous, suggesting it may have been slightly water-worn or tumbled prior to being photographed. There are visible fractures, internal cleavages, and pitted areas across the surface, which are typical for raw cryptocrystalline silicates. No specific maker's marks or stamps are present as this is a natural geological object. The item displays a natural patina with no signs of human-made refinement beyond possible light cleaning. The overall quality is characteristic of lapidary rough material, used for cabochon cutting or as a decorative natural collectible. Its irregular shape includes several sharp ridges and a rounded base, showing both conchoidal fracturing patterns and weathered edges.