Disaster Peak Jasper Cabochon 48ct

Disaster Peak Jasper Cabochon 48ctThis hand cut cabochon is Disaster Peak Jasper showing a moody landscape in lovely soft greys. Disaster Peak is in the Trout Creek Mountains, Nevada. The name Disaster Peak comes from the summit's tragic history where a confrontation between prospectors and the Paiutes resulted in the deaths of 4 people in 1864. It's a reminder of the darker side of gemstone mining and why here at Sarah Reece Gemstones, sourcing material in the most ethical way is of

The colors are attractive

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Typically showcasing browns

Dimensions at widest points: 3

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and Blue Mountain

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