What's That Rock?Breccia
A rock made of sharp-edged fragments cemented together. The angular pieces show they did not travel far.
How to identify Breccia
- Sharp-edged pieces in a finer matrix
- Pieces are often different colors
- Can be polished into patterned stone
Often confused with
- Conglomeraterounded pebbles
- Concreteman-made
Is Breccia valuable?
Common.
What changes the price
- Common rock: low value
- Polished decorative slabs and carvings (for example jasper breccia) cost more
- Pattern and color drive the price of décor pieces
Uses
- Decorative stone, countertops
Care
Safe to wash.
Identifying a stone from a description or a photo is an estimate. Many stones look alike. Ask an expert or a gem lab before you buy, sell or rely on an identification.
Updated October 2026