Noreena Jasper | Australia

This beautiful Noreena Jasper is 4.25" x 3.75" x .375" Noreena Jasper is a striking semi-precious gemstone renowned for its vivid patterns and rich coloration. It originates exclusively from the Pilbara region of Western Australia, specifically from Noreena Station, a cattle property after which the stone is named. Appearance and Composition This jasper variety is celebrated for its intricate patterns featuring rusty reds, mustard yellows, and cream or gray tones. These colors often form swirling or fractured designs reminiscent of abstract art or natural landscapes. Geologically, Noreena Jasper is a silicified pelite (mudstone) from the Jeerinah Formation, dating back approximately 2.7 billion years to the late Archaean era. Its composition, primarily silicon dioxide, gives it a hardness of about 7 on the Mohs scale, making it suitable for polishing and jewelry-making. Metaphysical Properties In metaphysical practices, Noreena Jasper is associated with grounding, stability, and protec