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Natural Charoite Polished Slice – Murun Massif, Russia

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75,00
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This is a natural charoite polished slice from the Murun Massif, Siberia, Russia, offered as an authentic collector mineral specimen.
The specimen displays a rich violet to lilac coloration with clearly visible layered and fibrous internal structure, characteristic of high-quality charoite. The polished surface reveals depth, texture, and natural zoning while preserving the irregular natural outline of the material.
Charoite is a rare potassium-calcium silicate mineral known for its distinctive color and complex internal structure. Polished slices of this size are especially valued by collectors because they clearly demonstrate the mineral’s internal texture and formation features.
The specimen is natural and untreated. Polishing is limited to surface preparation only; no dyeing, stabilization, 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, layered aggregates
  • Color: Violet to purple
  • Hardness: 5–6 (Mohs scale)
  • Origin: Murun Massif, Siberia, Russia
  • Finish: Polished slice
  • Condition: natural mineral specimen

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

lwh: 75x55x30 mm

Mineralogy
Origin
Why Collect
Shipping
Metaphysical & Healing

Mineralogy

Charoite is a rare potassium-calcium silicate mineral known for its fibrous and radiating crystal aggregates and intense purple coloration. It does not form well-defined single crystals; instead, it occurs as massive or fibrous aggregates with complex internal textures.

Origin

Charoite is found exclusively in the Murun Massif, Siberia, Russia, making it one of the few minerals with a single known locality worldwide. This uniqueness significantly contributes to its collector value.

Why Collect

Rare mineral with a single known locality
Strong natural purple color and texture
Polished surface reveals internal structure
Suitable for collector and decorative displays

Shipping

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).

Metaphysical & Healing

In traditional mineral lore, charoite is often associated with transformation and clarity.
No medical or healing claims are made.
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