Rain-forest jasper or Rain-forest Rhyolite is a volcanic rock composed primarily of quartz and other minerals to give it its color. The name Rain-forest jasper was derived from the impressionistic patterns resembling the foliage within a rain-forest. Rain-forest Rhyolite has been very hard to find commercially. It was mined exclusively in Queensland, Australia. There is some suspicion that the deposit has been mined out.
This cabochon has two large amber colored orbs outlined in white and bordered by shades of green.
The stone is cut in a wider skewed Navette or Marquise with both an upper and lower girdle to facilitate setting the stone. The cabochon is polished to a high vitreous luster.
The cabochon is ideal for a pendant , bracelet and/or statement piece.
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