MN700

Sample ID MN700 • Cabinet H

Jasper

2.9cm W x 5.71cm H x 2.5cm D • 48g
Sample TypeMineralColorRed, BrownLusterGreasy
StreakWhiteCleavage/FractureNone / ConchoidalSpecific Gravity2.4
Geographic Location/DatePlatte River, Nebraska Mohs Hardness 7

Two specimens of Jasper. The larger, deep red one is the representative. Both feature red color, while the smaller of the two has clear and yellow crystals as well. The luster is greasy on both, and they have a slightly higher specific gravity than the larger specimen in cabinet H.