{"product_id":"kammererite-palm-stones-soapstones","title":"Kammererite Palm Stones","description":"\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6\" id=\"p-rc_20ed6d404b5a80a9-23\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-18\"\u003eThese \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6\" data-index-in-node=\"6\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-18\"\u003eKammererite Palm Stones Soapstones\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-18 citation-end-18\"\u003e represent an exceptionally rare opportunity for mineral collectors to own a polished form of chromian clinochlore.\u003csup class=\"superscript\" data-turn-source-index=\"2\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"citation-17 citation-end-17\"\u003eBelonging to the chlorite mineral group, Kammererite is typically known as a dull green sheet silicate.\u003csup class=\"superscript\" data-turn-source-index=\"3\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"citation-16 citation-end-16\"\u003eHowever, when chromium replaces aluminum within its crystal lattice, it undergoes a striking transformation, yielding vivid shades of deep purple, magenta, and raspberry red.\u003csup class=\"superscript\" data-turn-source-index=\"4\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"citation-15 citation-end-15\"\u003eBecause this material is notoriously soft—measuring just 2 to 2.5 on the Mohs hardness scale—it is incredibly difficult to lap and shape, making smoothly finished display pieces highly unusual in the mineral market.\u003csup class=\"superscript\" data-turn-source-index=\"5\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7\" id=\"p-rc_20ed6d404b5a80a9-24\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-14\"\u003eThe exquisite crystallization found in these \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7\" data-index-in-node=\"45\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-14\"\u003eKammererite Palm Stones Soapstones\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-14 citation-end-14\"\u003e typically originates from the metamorphic ophiolite belts of Turkey, one of the few global localities capable of producing this material.\u003csup class=\"superscript\" data-turn-source-index=\"6\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"citation-13 citation-end-13\"\u003eWhen handled, the surface reveals a distinctive pearly to greasy luster, characteristic of its micaceous structural heritage.\u003csup class=\"superscript\" data-turn-source-index=\"7\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e The deep purple layers alternate with deep green or black chromite matrix lines, creating a mesmerizing, high-contrast pattern that is entirely unique to every individual piece. \u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003eEach of our \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8\" data-index-in-node=\"12\"\u003eKammererite Palm Stones Soapstones\u003c\/b\u003e has been carefully hand-polished to maximize color saturation while respecting the natural boundaries of the mineral. Because of their delicate nature, these stones should be handled with care and kept away from harder quartz or feldspar specimens that could scratch the surface. They serve as spectacular educational items for geological study, beautifully illustrating how trace elements alter mineral coloration deep within the earth's crust.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSize: Between 2in - 2..25in\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Desert Oasis Minerals","offers":[{"title":"A","offer_id":53536947765527,"sku":"48990387561","price":21.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"B","offer_id":53536947798295,"sku":"48990387562","price":21.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0744\/2300\/9559\/files\/3DC438AB-FEE0-4E6E-816A-DB76D1CF92D8.jpg?v=1781412219","url":"https:\/\/desertoasisminerals.com\/products\/kammererite-palm-stones-soapstones","provider":"Desert Oasis Minerals LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}