Stichtite rough from South Africa – pile of pieces
Stichtite rough from South Africa – small group of pieces
Stichtite rough from South Africa – bulk close-up
Stichtite rough from South Africa – close-up of veined pieces
Stichtite rough from South Africa – close-up of two pieces
Stichtite rough from South Africa – group of pieces, top view
Stichtite rough from South Africa – single piece
Stichtite rough from South Africa – single piece, second example
Stichtite rough from South Africa – close-up of surface texture
Stichtite rough from South Africa – single curved piece
Stichtite rough from South Africa – two pieces, close view
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Stichtite (Atlantisite) - Rough

South Africa
Price per: Gram
Price:
$0.30 CAD
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Specifications

  • Mohs Hardness 1.5
  • Mineral Families Carbonates
  • UV Reactive Non Reactive
  • Treatments Natural/None

Description

Locality: South Africa

Description: Stichtite is a rare, purple to pink carbonate-hydroxide mineral that forms as an alteration product of chromite-bearing serpentinite. It forms as a secondary alteration mineral when chromite-bearing ultramafic rocks undergo hydration and weathering. Due to its low hardness it is best suited for low impact lapidary work but durability can be increased by stabilizing the stone or adding backings.

Traditionally, stichtite has been associated with gentleness and transformation, inspired by its purple to pink hues.

Chemical Composition: Mg₆Cr₂(OH)₁₆CO₃ · 4H₂O

Grade: Lapidary Grade 
Appearance:  Opaque
Cracks: Minimal
Inclusions: Minimal

Approximate Size of 1 pc: 8cm x 5cm x 3cm
Approximate Weight of 1 pc: 110g

Rough is rough. We do our best to grade and describe pieces in the lot, but ultimately, they all differ.

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