Polished Mtorolite Plates x 6 From Mutorashanga, Zimbabwe
A NOTE FROM NICK
6 x Mtorolite polished plate specimens. Rare Chrome Chalcedony type of Gem material only found in Zimbabwe. Mtorolite Emerald/ Chrome Chrysoprase (normal Chrysoprase is Nickel) This material is extremely expensive at the mine, so we bought the thinner material and polished one face to make this pricey rarity into an affordable specimen.
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
Mtorolite: The Exquisite Chrome Chalcedony from Zimbabwe
Emerald Mtorolite is a rare, vibrant green variety of Chrome Chalcedony found only in Zimbabwe. Its color ranges from deep forest green to a lighter emerald hue, caused by trace amounts of Chromium within its structure. This unique mineral is typically opaque with a glassy to waxy luster and is prized for its rich color, often mistaken for Jade due to its resemblance.
PRODUCT MINERALS
Chrome Chalcedony
PRODUCT FEATURES
Trigonal, Etched, Vugs-Cavities
PRODUCT COLOUR
Green
MOHS HARDNESS SCALE
6.5 to 7
PRODUCT DATA
Locality = Mutorashanga, Zimbabwe
Grade = Good to A Grade
Size = 119 - 147 mm