Owyhee Jasper, or Owyhee Picture Jasper, pronounced Oh-WAH-hee, emerges as a treasured gem among lapidary artists and rockhounds. Revered for its captivating depictions of desert and mountain landscapes, these gems become sought-after materials for designer cabochons, weaving nature's artistry into unique pieces of jewelry. Their minimal pitting and ability to achieve a high polish make them not only visually striking but also ideal for adorning various accessories.
 
Belonging to the Chalcedony family, Owyhee Jasper possesses a hardness level of approximately 7 on the Mohs hardness scale, rendering it durable for lapidary work. In contrast to Agate, its patterns are characterized by a less regular and defined appearance. Jasper distinguishes itself by its opaqueness, a departure from the translucent nature of Agates or the presence of translucent bands within them.
 
Owyhee Jasper stands as a testament to the beauty that lies within the Earth's depths, capturing the essence of landscapes in stone, and offering lapidary enthusiasts a canvas for their artistic expressions.