PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
Purpurite – Rare Manganese Iron Phosphate with Stunning Chatoyancy
Purpurite is a distinctive Manganese Iron Phosphate mineral, renowned for its fascinating color range from brownish-black and purple to violet and dark red. The mineral’s color varies depending on its iron content and source, with specimens from Namibia being particularly notable.
Unlike crystalline minerals, Purpurite forms as beautiful metallic chatoyancy in veins and along fracture planes of the host rock, rather than in discrete crystals. It forms a series with the iron-bearing endmember Heterosite (FePO₄), adding to its geological significance.
Our collection features excellent, rare Purpurite specimens that are highly prized by collectors. Each piece showcases the mineral's unique metallic luster and chatoyant effect, making them exceptional additions to any collection.
Explore our Purpurite offerings and discover the rare beauty of this intriguing mineral.
Please note that prices are grade-dependent, and items are sold as shown.
PRODUCT FEATURES
Metallic, Silky
PRODUCT COLOUR
Purple, Brown, Silver
PRODUCT DATA
Locality = Erongo, Namibia
Grade = Medium to A Grade
Size = 90 - 95 mm
SKU = 151-039-240904LB
PLEASE NOTE: The product title specifies the exact number of individual pieces included in your purchase (eg. x12, x1, x35 etc). “We have 1 in stock” means we have 1(one) complete batch (as per quantity stated in the product title) or 1 (one) unique product available as appropriate. Prices are grade dependent and all items are sold as shown in the product images.
All prices exclude SA VAT. International export clients will not be charged VAT by us, but you may be charged import VAT by customs in your country.