Pair of Maligano jasper cabochons — jasper from Muna Island, Sulawesi (Indonesia) — with the characteristic pattern of green, bluish, and yellow spots on a beige or cream background, selected for maximum similarity between the two pieces of the pair.
Product Details
| Mineral |
Maligano Jasper (microcrystalline silica with iron oxides, chromium, and other elements; polychromatic jasper from Sulawesi) |
| Dimensions |
Pair of pieces approx. 15-22 mm long × 12-18 mm wide (dimensions of pair nr.1; check image) |
| Shape and Back |
Assorted shape per pair; flat back |
| Finish |
Mirror polish |
| Hardness |
7 Mohs — suitable for everyday earrings and rings; we recommend bezel setting |
| Origin |
Indonesia (Muna Island, Sulawesi) |
| Treatment |
No treatment |
| Piece Type |
Selected pair (2 pieces); pair nr.1 has its own dimensions and pattern |
This particular pair
Pair nr.1 has been selected for maximum correspondence between the two pieces in size, shape, and spot distribution.
This jasper combines green (chlorite, epidote), yellow-ochre (goethite), white (quartz), and brown (iron oxides) tones, sometimes with bluish or gray nuances depending on the distribution of accessory minerals.
How Maligano Jasper is formed
Maligano jasper forms in volcanic hydrothermal contexts on Muna Island, southern Sulawesi (Indonesia), where fluids rich in silica and iron, chromium, and copper minerals precipitate in cavities and fractures of volcanic rocks.
What settings it works for
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Earrings with 925 silver mounting — the pair format is specially designed for earrings. For drop or stud earrings, a 0.8 mm wire bezel frames 15-20 mm pieces well. Bright silver enhances the greens and yellows of the jasper.
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Cufflinks and symmetrical jewelry — Maligano jasper pairs are also suitable for shirt cufflinks, double brooches, or jewelry with two twin centers. The 15-22 mm size is compatible with common masculine cufflink formats.
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Wire wrap — the two pieces of the pair allow for the creation of matching wire-wrapped drop earrings. The flat back facilitates the start of the wrapping.
Jasper in lapidary tradition
Jasper in general has one of the longest historical trajectories of all jewelry materials: it appears in cylinder seals from the Near East since the third millennium BC.
The symbolic properties attributed to minerals belong to cultural and historical traditions. They are shared for educational purposes, not as medical advice or a substitute for professional care.
How to recognize genuine Maligano jasper
Genuine Maligano jasper has patterns of multicolored circular or oval spots with diffuse edges — they are not parallel stripes (like banded jasper) or perfectly circular dots (like oceanic jasper).
Frequently Asked Questions
Are the two cabochons in the pair exactly the same size?
They are selected for maximum similarity but are not industrially calibrated. The tolerance between the two pieces of the same pair is ±1-2 mm.
Is Maligano jasper treated?
No detectable treatment. The colors are natural, a result of the distribution of mineral oxides during the formation of the jasper.
Is it suitable for everyday earrings?
Yes. The 7 Mohs hardness makes it suitable for regular wear earrings with a standard closed bezel. It is comparable in hardness to quartz and agate.
Is Maligano jasper only available in pairs?
In this specific product, yes. Pairs are sold together to ensure visual correspondence.
What is the difference between the different numbered pairs (nr.1, nr.2, nr.3)?
Each pair has its own dimensions, shapes, and color distribution. Nr.1 corresponds to the pair photographed in the product.
How do you care for Maligano jasper?
Jasper is one of the most stable and low-maintenance jewelry materials. Clean with a soft, slightly damp cloth; do not use ultrasonics if set in silver (jasper itself tolerates them well, but the setting may not). See the complete guide on jewelry care.
See more jaspers and pairs of cabochons in cabochons. More about jaspers in mineral properties.
