Apple Valley Jasper Slab Fossil Stromatolite Lapidary Stone Slice Cut Rock

Apple Valley Jasper – Rare Fossil Stromatolite from the Sahara Desert, Morocco Uncover a piece of Earth's ancient oceanic history with this unique Apple Valley Jasper, a fossilized stromatolite found in the same legendary location as Apple Valley Agate—deep in the Sahara Desert of Morocco. Unlike typical jasper, this material is formed from cyanobacteria, some of the earliest lifeforms on Earth, which colonized shallow seas and left behind layered sediment structures now preserved in stone. Each slab or rough piece of Apple Valley Jasper tells a geological story. Over millions of years, mineral-rich waters interacted with sediment and microbial colonies to create the colorful, banded layers and intricate patterns you see today. Vibrant reds, earthy browns, and striking linear formations are commonly present, along with occasional hematite “flowers”—metallic bursts that add dramatic contrast and make for truly eye-catching cabochons. This material takes an exceptional polish, making it