Kambaba Jasper Beads

Kambaba jasper, also known as crocodile jasper, is an orbicular stone from Madagascar known for its deep forest greens and dark, swirling orbs. Each bead carries a pattern reminiscent of ancient riverbeds and primordial landscapes, which is exactly why this stone has inspired one of the gem trade's most persistent legends.

Kambaba jasper is often sold as fossilized stromatolite, the layered structures built by cyanobacteria billions of years ago. It's a wonderful story, but geologically, kambaba tells a different one. The stone is actually volcanic in origin, most often classified as an orbicular rhyolite. Its distinctive black-green orbs are spherulites, radial clusters of quartz, feldspar, and amphibole that crystallized as molten rock cooled. So while kambaba isn't a true fossil, it is a genuine record of fire and transformation deep in the Earth, and the resemblance to ancient microbial life is a striking coincidence of mineral chemistry.

In crystal healing traditions, kambaba jasper is associated with grounding, tranquility, and steady emotional balance. Its mossy greens and shadowy orbs make it a natural fit for earthy, organic jewelry designs, pairing beautifully with wood, brass, and other green stones like moss agate and African jade.

Our kambaba jasper beads are available in a range of shapes and sizes, from smooth rounds to faceted rondelles, each strand hand-selected for rich color and well-defined orbing.