Jasper

Rock

Opaque fine-grained quartz colored by iron and other impurities. It comes in many colors and patterns.

How to identify Jasper

Opaque with no see-through areas
Smooth, curved fracture and a waxy shine when polished
Hard: scratches glass

Often confused with

Agatetranslucent, banded
Chert and flintduller, same family
Bloodstone

Real or fake?

Colors are usually natural; bright neon jasper is dyed

Is Jasper valuable?

Common and inexpensive.

Typical retail prices

Tumbled stone$1–3each

Rough$5–25per pound

Polished piece$4–35each

Typical retail ranges in US dollars, compiled from public dealer and marketplace listings in October 2026. Real prices vary widely with quality, size and origin. This is general information, not an appraisal.

What changes the price

Pattern: scenic, orbicular or brecciated patterns are worth more than plain colors
Color: vivid, natural color; neon colors are dyed
Named types (Ocean, Biggs, Mookaite, Picture) have collector followings
Cut: polished slabs and cabochons cost more than tumbles

Uses

Beads, cabochons, tumbled stones, carvings

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

🔍How to identify Jasper

👯Often confused with

🧪Real or fake?

💰Is Jasper valuable?