Ebay has had some recent fake ocean Jasper being sold mostly by chinese sellers.

Ocean jasper is one of the most collectable stones in recent times. Word that the mine is running out or empty seem to fuel collection. This stones colors, patterns and shapes amaze and boggle the mind. It is one of natures masterpieces. The stone is not dyed or altered as many stones are and it takes a wonderful polish. I have enjoyed collecting Ocean Jasper for a number of years.

This rock is found along the northwest coast of Madagascar. The deposit is a rhyolite flow that has completely silicified. The eyes or orbs come in a amazing array of colors. Color combinations are often striking and difficult to believe they are natural. Druzy and crystal pockets are common. This is just a fantastic stone that can be used as jewelry, display pieces and more.

The name Ocean jasper is a trade mark of The Gem shop. They are the USA distributors of this stone and to my knowledge retain the rights to the name. It is also sold as peanut jasper, fisheye jasper, orbicular jasper, madagascar jasper, moon jewel and a few name I am most likely unaware of.

Some chinese dealers and others are selling a fossil stone - pictured below - as Ocean Jasper. I have included two pictures of actual Ocean jasper for comparison.

As always on ebay - check a sellers reputation via feedback and the country of origin before making a purchase. Always be an informed ebay buyer.

This is an example of Ocean Jasper I have available for comparison.

    FAKE!!

   THESE ARE THE REAL THING.