Natural Selected Rough Purpurite Specimens x 12 From Erongo, Namibia
A NOTE FROM NICK
A Dozen Selected, cleaned and cobbed Rough Purple Silky Purpurite Specimens From Erongo, Namibia. We Mined this material ourselves and good purple material is pretty scarce.
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 = 47 - 82 mm