Polished Metallic Purpurite Free Forms With Matte Finish x 6 From Erongo, Namibia - Toprock Gemstones and Minerals

Polished Metallic Purpurite Free Forms With Matte Finish x 6 From Erongo, Namibia

R932.96 ZAR
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Polished Metallic Purpurite Free Forms With Matte Finish x 6 From Erongo, Namibia - Toprock Gemstones and Minerals

Polished Metallic Purpurite Free Forms With Matte Finish x 6 From Erongo, Namibia

PURPF60143656
R932.96 ZAR
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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, Namibia
Grade = Good to Very Good Grade
Size = 82 - 131 mm | 3.2 - 5.2 inch
Net Weight = 1.1 Kg | 2.5 Lbs
Product Type = Small Batch

PRODUCT WEIGHT: 1.12 kg

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