Natural Metallic Purpurite Cobbed Specimens x 6 From Erongo, Namibia
R700.00 ZAR
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Grade = Good to Very Good Grade
Size = 63 - 135 mm | 2.5 - 5.3 inch
Net Weight = 2.3 Kg | 5 Lbs
Product Type = Small Batch
Natural Metallic Purpurite Cobbed Specimens x 6 From Erongo, Namibia
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R700.00 ZAR
AVAILABILITY: We currently have 1 in stock
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General Description
Purpurite is a Manganese Iron Phosphate mineral with varying amounts of Iron depending on its source. It occurs in colour ranges from brownish black via purple and violet to dark red. Purpurite forms a series with the Iron-bearing endmember Heterosite, FePO4. We obtain Purpurite from Namibia. Purpurite doesn't form crystals but rather occurs as a beautiful metallic chatoyancy in veins and along fracture plains of the host rock. Excellent rare specimens for collectors. Purpurite is a Manganese Iron Phosphate mineral. Price is grade dependent. Items are as shown.Product Data
Locality = Erongo, NamibiaGrade = Good to Very Good Grade
Size = 63 - 135 mm | 2.5 - 5.3 inch
Net Weight = 2.3 Kg | 5 Lbs
Product Type = Small Batch
PRODUCT WEIGHT: 2.28 kg
