About Purple Chalcedony

Purple Chalcedony: Jungle-Born and Vein-Cut Beauty

Purple chalcedony is a vibrant form of cryptocrystalline quartz, most famously mined in Indonesia—by the same miners who bring us Bumblebee Jasper. The first specimens were discovered scattered in stream beds and farmers' fields, hidden beneath dark brown skins that masked their rich internal purples.

This striking material often forms in multi-episodic sheared veins, showing layers of purple, blue, brown, and cream. It’s part of a broader family of volcanic chalcedony from low-sulfide volcanic systems, where trace elements and shifting fluid chemistry create bold banding and unique hues.

Purple chalcedony is also found in small pockets around the world, including Holley, Oregon, Nevada, and scattered Western U.S. sites—each with its own vibe and mineral fingerprint.

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