What is Poppy Jasper?
Gem collectors and jewelry enthusiasts become very excited when the subject of poppy jasper comes up. This semi-precious stone is a form of orbicular jasper, which is a type of opaque quartz called chalcedony. What makes poppy jasper so special? It is unique to a tiny area of California called Morgan Hill in the foothills of the Santa Cruz Mountains. In point of fact, poppy jasper is commonly known as ‘Morgan Hill Poppy Jasper’. There are only four known lodes of Morgan Hill Poppy Jasper, making this a semi-rare and highly sought after gem stone for jewelers. Poppy jasper’s unique appearance features inclusions of spherical minerals that create the amazing flared and floral pattern of reds, yellows, blacks, browns, and poppy oranges. Its fiery hues have won loyal fans and have given the city of Morgan Hill something to feel very proud of. Morgan Hill Poppy Jasper Pride In the year 2002, the city council of this California town declared poppy jasper to be its official rock. A walk throu