PRODUCT INFORMATION
General Description
Polished Stichtite from Barberton, South Africa: Rejoice in the return of beautifully polished Stichtite items, expertly crafted by Gary. Stichtite, a captivating gem, hails from a unique geological background, with a range of remarkable attributes that make it highly sought after on the international market. Stichtite is a chromium and magnesium carbonate, known for its exquisite color spectrum, spanning from gentle pinks to delicate lilacs and even rich, regal purples. It forms as an alteration product of Chromite that contains Serpentine, making it a distinct and rare gemstone. Stichtite, especially when found in combination with green serpentine, is primarily known to originate from Australia and South Africa in significant quantities. In the alternative market sector, it goes by the name Atlantisite. The lightweight nature of this material results in polished items that offer an advantageous size-to-weight ratio. It's worth noting that when polished, some natural flaws, fissures, or cracks may be evident. Achieving a perfect polish on Stichtite is a formidable challenge due to its unique composition and inherent softness. At Toprock, we source the rough directly from the mines in Barberton, South Africa. The deposit predominantly yields small rough pieces, making larger specimens a rarity and a prized addition to any collection. While we may consider crafting items like eggs and balls, such endeavors often result in a significant loss of material and can adversely affect pricing. Embrace the wonder of this remarkable locally available resource, and explore the unique beauty of Stichtite. Price is grade dependant. Items are as shown.Product Data
Locality = Barberton, South AfricaGrade = Good to Very Good Grade
Size = 92 - 112 mm | 3.6 - 4.4 inch
Net Weight = 4.5 Kg | 9.9 Lbs
Product Type = Small Batch
Net Weight = 4.505 kg
SKU = A135032STH
We have 1 in stock.
PLEASE NOTE: The product title specifies the exact number of individual pieces included in your purchase (eg. x12, x1, x35 etc). “We have 1 in stock” means we have 1(one) complete batch (as per quantity stated in the product title) or 1 (one) unique product available as appropriate. Prices are grade dependent and all items are sold as shown in the product images.
All prices exclude SA VAT. International export clients will not be charged VAT by us, but you may be charged import VAT by customs in your country.
PLEASE NOTE: The product title specifies the exact number of individual pieces included in your purchase (eg. x12, x1, x35 etc). “We have 1 in stock” means we have 1(one) complete batch (as per quantity stated in the product title) or 1 (one) unique product available as appropriate. Prices are grade dependent and all items are sold as shown in the product images.
All prices exclude SA VAT. International export clients will not be charged VAT by us, but you may be charged import VAT by customs in your country.