Nestled within the rugged embrace of a steep canyon, just beyond the tranquil, slumbering village of San Cristobal, Mexico, lies the illustrious Royal Imperial Jasper claim—a treasure trove of nature’s artistry. This exquisite gem, one of the five revered Fine Jaspers (alongside Morrisonite, Bruneau, Blue Mountain, and Willow Creek), is celebrated for its mesmerizing "egg-like" orbital patterns, a celestial dance of color and form that sets it apart from its Imperial Jasper kin, earning it the regal title of ROYAL. In the crisp January cold in Quartzite, we meticulously sifted through twenty buckets of rough stone, selecting only the finest specimens with the most captivating patterns. These radiant slices, with their untouched, raw edges, beckon to skilled wire wrappers or artisans favoring prong settings, ready to be transformed into wearable masterpieces.