Weight: 1.44oz
š (Ruler in last photo shows size and weight)
š Stone Description:
Idaho Sunset Jasper-Agate, also known as Lone Juniper Agate, is a beautiful old stock material from the Owyhee Mountains of Idaho. This unique stone combines the dense opacity of jasper with the soft translucency of agate, displaying warm, glowing sunset tones that make it a favorite among collectors and lapidary artists alike.
š Highlights:
Color Palette:
Coral pinks, fiery oranges, soft creams, golden yellows, and subtle smoky grays.
Patterns:
Scenic banding, cloud-like transitions, and painterly blends of color reminiscent of an Idaho desert sunset.
Hardness:
Approx. 6.5ā7 on Mohs scale
Location:
Lone Juniper area, Owyhee Mountains, Idaho, USA
Formation:
Silica-rich volcanic material that formed through layers of chalcedony and jasper deposition in rhyolitic cavities, capturing minerals that created the distinctive warm color zones.
Rarity:
Idaho Sunset (Lone Juniper) Jasper-Agate is considered an old stock, highly collectible material. Most of the original collecting sites are now depleted or closed to the public, making high-quality pieces increasingly difficult to find.
š¦ Additional Information:
šø Photos taken in studio lighting and direct light to highlight scenic patterns, color transitions, and polished potential.
š§ The stone is wet in these photos to resemble what it will look like polished, showing its full color and depth.
š¦ I combine shipping ā check my shop for other slabs, cabs, and rare mineral specimens.
š¦ Ships carefully and securely packaged.
š All items come from a smoke-free home.
š Note: Color may vary slightly depending on lighting and monitor settings. This is a natural, untreated stone.