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Polished Gabbro 'Merlinite' Spheres x 2 From Madagascar
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A NOTE FROM NICK
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
Mottled Black & White Gabbro / Mystic Merlinite From Madagascar
Gabbro is a fascinating igneous rock that forms deep beneath the Earth’s surface as magnesium- and iron-rich magma cools slowly over time. This slow cooling process gives Gabbro its coarse, textured grains, making it quite different from its cousin, basalt, which has a fine-grained look due to faster cooling. Often called Merlinite, Gabbro has a dramatic black matrix that showcases beautiful grey to white speckles and inclusions. This stunning combination creates a unique array of patterns and contrasts, making each piece of Gabbro feel like a natural work of art.
PRODUCT MINERALS
Feldspar, Pyroxene, Olivine, Magnetite
PRODUCT COLOUR
Black, White
MOHS HARDNESS SCALE
6 to 7
PRODUCT DATA
Locality = Ambatofinandrahana, Madagascar
Grade = Very Good Grade
Size = 77 - 84 mm