Nunderite
Nunderite tumbled
What is Nunderite?
Nunderite is a commercial trade name for the material that originates from New South Wales, Australia, and is reportedly a rock composed of Andalusite quartz and epidote. It is usually sold tumbled or carved into objects like hearts. The name Nunderite reportedly comes from its place of origin, near Nundoora Station in the Australian bush.
Uses & Applications
Nunderite can be polished into a very attractive decorative stone. This material is less commonly found cut for jewelry as a cabochon, in which case it is usually set into items such as brooches, necklaces, and pendants
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Quick Facts
Physical Properties
- Color
- Green, brown
- Hardness (Mohs)
- 6.5 - 7.5
- Density
- 2.65 - 3.5 g/cm³
Chemical Properties
- Chemical Formula
- n{NaFe3+Si2O6} p{KAlSi3O8}
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