Springtime Jasper
AKA: Lahontanite
Description of Physical Characteristics:
Color: Springtime
Jasper is a brecciated jasper with colors of pale blues to pale greens,
reds, yellow, and purples with medium green veins commonly present.
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Distribution Comments:
Springtime Jasper occurs in the Lahontan Lake area of Lyon and Churchill
counties, Nevada.
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