Imperial jasper jewelry brings the layered greens, creams, and ochres of the Mexican highlands to your collection. This variety of jasper forms in the volcanic regions north of Jalisco, Mexico, where mineral-rich waters deposit silica in slow, concentric patterns. Each stone carries orb-like formations that distinguish it from common jasper varieties. With a Mohs hardness of 6.5 to 7, imperial jasper holds up well in rings, pendants, and earrings meant for regular wear. Browse 49 pieces priced from $510 to $7530, all set in .925 sterling silver.
| Estimated value: | $2,291.10 |
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| Weight: | 14.80g |
| 8 -adjustable | |
| L - 1 1/4, W - 1, T - 3/8 inch | |
| Item Code: | 28-sty-26-34 |
| Estimated value: | $2,055.76 |
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| Weight: | 11.20g |
| 8 -adjustable | |
| L - 1 1/2, W - 3/4, T - 1/4 inch | |
| Item Code: | 18-paz-25-3 |
| Estimated value: | $1,705.76 |
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| Weight: | 14.20g |
| 7 - Adjustable | |
| L - 1 1/2, W - 5/8, T - 1/4 inch | |
| Item Code: | 30-wrze-25-4 |
| Estimated value: | $1,976.96 |
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| Weight: | 12.90g |
| 7 - Adjustable | |
| L - 1 1/8, W - 1, T - 1/4 inch | |
| Item Code: | 19-wrz-25-10 |
| Estimated value: | $1,585.76 |
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| Weight: | 11.20g |
| 7 - Adjustable | |
| L - 1 1/4, W - 7/8, T - 1/4 inch | |
| Item Code: | 21-sie-25-33 |
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Imperial jasper originates from the volcanic regions of Jalisco and Zacatecas in Mexico. The stone forms in gas cavities within rhyolite, where silica-rich fluids deposit layers over extended periods.
Yes. Imperial jasper rates 6.5 to 7 on the Mohs hardness scale, making it resistant to scratches from common materials. It works well in rings, pendants, and earrings intended for daily wear.
The orbs form when silica solutions collect in spherical cavities within volcanic rock. Each layer deposits at different mineral concentrations, creating concentric rings of varying colors.