Uploaded November 2025 | Updated September 2026, 1 week ago

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This week I took a dense hematite jasper from Arizona and put it to the test on the lapidary/tile saw. The rock cutting process was quick but super satisfying, revealing a vibrant, shiny interior with silver hematite shimmer against deep jasper.

If you’re into rock collecting, jasper cutting, or lapidary for beginners, this is a great example of what’s possible with a simple setup and a good saw. This is Rock #58 in my ongoing mystery rock series, and it’s a perfect intro to cutting dense hematite jasper for anyone curious about lapidary.

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