Natural Metallic Purpurite Cobbed Specimens x 3 From Erongo, Namibia
R878.08 ZAR
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Grade = Very Good Grade
Size = 80 - 168 mm | 3.1 - 6.6 inch
Net Weight = 2.8 Kg | 6.2 Lbs
Product Type = Small Batch
Natural Metallic Purpurite Cobbed Specimens x 3 From Erongo, Namibia
PURNNTO147970
R878.08 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 = Very Good Grade
Size = 80 - 168 mm | 3.1 - 6.6 inch
Net Weight = 2.8 Kg | 6.2 Lbs
Product Type = Small Batch
PRODUCT WEIGHT: 2.79 kg
