Preseli Bluestone
A variety of Metamorphic
Uncommon
What is Preseli Bluestone?
Preseli Bluestone is a very rare and unique igneous stone, best known as the most common rock type in the famous Stonehenge assemble. Various tools, weapons, and other artifacts were also carved out of preseli Bluestone throughout history. Today, it is mostly carved into wands, spheres, and large cabochons.
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North ZoneCentral RidgeSouth Basin
Quick Facts
Physical Properties
- Color
- Blue-gray, green, black, white
- Hardness (Mohs)
- 6 - 7
- Density
- 2.6 - 3.6 g/cm³
Chemical Properties
- Chemical Formula
- n{(Ca, Na)(Mg, Fe, Al, Ti)(Si, Al)2O6} p{NaAlSi3O8} q{CaAl2Si2O8}
Also Known As
Preseli BluestonePreseli Stonehenge Bluestone
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