Outback Jasper 23-27mm freeform beads (ETB00210)

Outback Jasper

This jasper was discovered many years ago by fossickers but was not dug commercially until last year.

It occurs as a narrow seam within an outcrop of banded chert.

The location is in the midwest region of Western Australia near the small gold mining centre of Payne's Find. ( Information from Outbackmining)

Dimensions of beads:

Size: 23 x 28 x 9 - 27 x 39 x 10 mm
-this is only an approximate, the size varies slightly.

Length: 16 inches

Finishing: Polished