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Jasper is March’s mineral at the Crater By Waymon Cox Greeting from Crater of Jasper is a silicate mineral formed from quartz sediments and hardened with heat. Much of the Crater’s jasper is red due to iron content, though many other hues are readily-found, as well. It can be solid-colored or may exhibit multi-colored bands and patterns formed as materials deposited in layers over time. Jasper’s rounded appearance and waxy luster come from the stone being tumbled in a river or stream for a very long time. The abundance of jasper at the Crater tells us that this land was once part of a river system that deposited these minerals when the water disappeared!
Jasper was widely used for jewelry and tools in ancient
Though commonly found at the Crater, jasper’s diverse appearance and natural beauty catch the attention of many visitors, who often collect these stones as souvenirs from one of the most unique geologic areas in Field Last Plowed: February 23, 2009 Diamond Finds for February 16 - 22, 2009 February 16 - Denis Tyrrell, February 17 - Denis Tyrrell, February 18 - Peggy Qualls, February 20 - Eve Campbell, February 22 - Billy Moore, |
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