How do I identify Turgite?

Turgite can be identified by its hardness of 5 - 6 on the Mohs scale, Brown-red color. Look for these key characteristics when examining specimens.

What color is Turgite?

Turgite typically appears in Brown-red, iridescent. Color can vary depending on impurities and formation conditions.

Turgite has a hardness of 5 - 6 on the Mohs scale. This gives it moderate hardness.

Turgite

Uncommon

What is Turgite?

Turgite is a term used to describe a mixture of hematite and goethite. This material is prized for its luminous, rainbow-like colors that appear when the material is seen from different angles. It is rarely seen tumbled or cut. The name Turgite comes from the Turginsk Mine in Russia, where it was first described.

Uses & Applications

Turgite has commercial and ornamental appeal due to its iridescence. This rainbow effect is so marked that small pieces of the raw ore are sold, sometimes mounted, to mineral collectors, and for display purposes. Examples are also sold after being cut and polished.

Healing Properties

Turgite is supposed to turn any residing negativity into more positive energy. This stone is said to impact all the chakras and may allow you to convert your pessimistic thoughts into an optimistic perspective. It's believed that turgite enables better communication within the body and aids psychic interaction.