A NOTE FROM NICK
A Nice Tray of a Dozen Natural Silky Metallic Purple Purpurite on Matrix Selected Rough Cobbed Specimens. We mined this ourselves up behind Usakos towards the Erongo mountains and good material like this is getting hard to find. Has a very specific way of polishing which is complicated but rewarding as Lapidary material, but these are great as metallic purple specimens,
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
Rare Purpurite: A Stunning Gem from Namibia
Check out our exclusive Purpurite, a rare Manganese Iron Phosphate mineral known for its vibrant colors of deep violet purple to brownish-black. Its standout feature is the metallic chatoyancy that shimmers along its veins and fractures. Sourced from Namibia, our collection offers high-quality pieces with unique luster. Don’t miss this chance to add a truly striking gem to your collection!
PRODUCT MINERALS
Manganese Phosphate, Iron
PRODUCT FEATURES
Orthorhombic, Chatoyant, Silky, Metallic, Matrix
PRODUCT COLOUR
Purple, Silver
MOHS HARDNESS SCALE
4 to 5
PRODUCT DATA
Locality = Erongo, Namibia
Grade = Very Good to A Grade
Size = 61 - 91 mm
SKU = 173-126-250930BM
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