Charoite Rough Specimen – Rare Purple Silicate from Russia – Collector Mineral
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50,00
€
75,00
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Charoite is an exceptionally rare silicate mineral, found exclusively in the Murun Massif of Yakutia, Russia. Renowned for its vivid shades of purple, ranging from lavender to deep violet, it often exhibits fibrous or swirling patterns that create an almost chatoyant effect.
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- Chemical formula: K(Ca,Na)₂Si₄O₁₀(OH,F)·H₂O
- Crystal system: Monoclinic
- Locality: Murun Massif, Yakutia, Russia
*The price is approximate and may vary depending on availability and shipping. Please contact us to confirm.
Mineral: Charoite
Type: Mineral
Origin: Russia
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
Hardness: 5,5
Colour: Violet
Crystal System: Monoclinic
Exclusively found in Russia’s Murun Massif, Charoite is one of the few minerals with such a limited geographic occurrence, adding to its rarity and collector’s value.
Charoite is a complex silicate mineral with distinctive fibrous habit and silky luster. It is translucent to opaque and often associated with minerals like tinaksite, canasite, and microcline feldspar.
Charoite’s rarity, combined with its mesmerizing purple patterns, makes it a must-have for serious collectors. It is also widely used in decorative carving, cabochons, and jewelry.
Dispatch & Origin
– Ships from Sofia, Bulgaria within 1–2 business days after e-mail confirmation.
– Carefully packed for mineral specimens; tracking provided.
Carriers
Bulgarian Post, EMS, or courier on request (DHL/UPS/others).
Delivery Estimates
• Europe: ~5–15 business days
• USA & UK: ~10–25 business days
• Other destinations: timing may vary
Shipping Cost
Calculated individually by weight/size/destination. You’ll receive a personal quote before shipment. Combined shipping is available.
Insurance
Optional on request (recommended for pieces over €150).
Customs & Taxes
Import duties/VAT (if any) are the buyer’s responsibility. Parcels are declared in accordance with applicable laws.
Payments
This website is not a commercial webshop. All arrangements are private and handled individually by e-mail (bank transfer or PayPal on request).
– Ships from Sofia, Bulgaria within 1–2 business days after e-mail confirmation.
– Carefully packed for mineral specimens; tracking provided.
Carriers
Bulgarian Post, EMS, or courier on request (DHL/UPS/others).
Delivery Estimates
• Europe: ~5–15 business days
• USA & UK: ~10–25 business days
• Other destinations: timing may vary
Shipping Cost
Calculated individually by weight/size/destination. You’ll receive a personal quote before shipment. Combined shipping is available.
Insurance
Optional on request (recommended for pieces over €150).
Customs & Taxes
Import duties/VAT (if any) are the buyer’s responsibility. Parcels are declared in accordance with applicable laws.
Payments
This website is not a commercial webshop. All arrangements are private and handled individually by e-mail (bank transfer or PayPal on request).
