Formula:(K,Sr)15-16(Ca,Na)32[Si6O11(O,OH)6]2[Si12O18(O,OH)12]2[Si17O25(O,OH)18]2(OH,F)4 · ~3H2O
Class:Silicates
Crystal system:Monoclinic
Hardness:5.00-6.00
Specific gravity:2.50-2.80
Locality:Russia
Dimensions (L x W x H):70 x 40.0 x 8.00 mm
Weight:0 g
Natural specimens may vary slightly from the listed measurements.
This is a natural charoite polished slice from Russia, offered as an authentic collector mineral specimen.
The specimen displays the characteristic fibrous and swirling internal structure typical of charoite, with rich violet to purple coloration and visible natural zoning. Polishing enhances the internal texture and contrast while preserving the natural boundaries of the material.
Charoite is a rare silicate mineral found only in one locality worldwide, which makes polished slices especially attractive to collectors for both mineralogical significance and visual impact.
The specimen is natural and untreated. Polishing is limited to surface preparation only; no dyeing, impregnation, or artificial enhancement has been applied. All photographs show the exact charoite slice you will receive.
Suitable for cabinet collections, decorative mineral displays, and educational collections.
Specifications
Mineral: Charoite
The specimen displays the characteristic fibrous and swirling internal structure typical of charoite, with rich violet to purple coloration and visible natural zoning. Polishing enhances the internal texture and contrast while preserving the natural boundaries of the material.
Charoite is a rare silicate mineral found only in one locality worldwide, which makes polished slices especially attractive to collectors for both mineralogical significance and visual impact.
The specimen is natural and untreated. Polishing is limited to surface preparation only; no dyeing, impregnation, or artificial enhancement has been applied. All photographs show the exact charoite slice you will receive.
Suitable for cabinet collections, decorative mineral displays, and educational collections.
Specifications
Mineral: Charoite
- Chemical formula: K(Ca,Na)₂Si₄O₁₀(OH,F)·H₂O
- Mineral class: Silicates
- Texture: Fibrous, radiating aggregates
- Color: Violet to deep purple
- Hardness: 5–6 (Mohs scale)
- Origin: Russia (Murun Massif)
- Finish: Polished slice
- Condition: natural mineral specimen