Purple Purpurite Tumbled Stone, 1.62" Hand Polished Crystal from Usakos, Namibia (22.50g)

This beautiful one-of-a-kind natural Purpurite from Usakos, Namibia, is a carefully hand-selected, tumbled and hand polished stone featuring rich shades of deep purple, violet, and muted plum, accented by contrasting dark mineral inclusions and a prominent creamy-white mineral formation at one end. Its size falls between medium and large, with an attractive elongated, smoothly rounded oval shape that tapers gently toward both ends. The predominantly purple surface displays subtle variations in color, delicate natural markings, and scattered brownish-gold tones, while irregular black and dark gray mineral inclusions create distinctive contrasting patterns throughout. The large white mineral inclusion wraps around one rounded end, adding further visual interest to this unusual specimen. Purpurite is relatively soft and can be challenging to tumble and polish without losing significant material, making well-formed polished specimens especially appealing. This piece has received a gentle, softer polish that preserves much of its natural surface character, including areas of the original velvety texture and a subtle shimmering luster that becomes visible under certain lighting conditions. Its rich purple coloration, distinctive mineral contrasts, and comfortable elongated shape make it an excellent collectible, meditation stone, or unique addition to a hand-selected mineral collection.

Weight
• 22.50 g
• 0.80 oz

Measurements
• 41.3 mm (1.62") × 19.7 mm (0.77") × 15.6 mm (0.62")

Origin
• Usakos, Namibia, Africa

Buyer Gets
• Exact one-of-a-kind natural Purpurite, tumbled and hand polished stone shown in the photos

Care & Handling
• Purpurite has a hardness of approximately 4–4.5 on the Mohs scale and can be relatively soft and sensitive to abrasion
• Its natural surface texture and softer polished finish should be handled gently to preserve the purple coloration and subtle shimmering luster
• Avoid dropping, scratching against harder minerals, excessive pressure, harsh chemicals, and water exposure
• Do not soak, scrub, or use abrasive cleaning products, as these may damage the surface or alter its appearance
• Clean gently with a soft, dry cloth and store separately from harder mineral specimens
• Your specimen will be carefully protected and securely packed for shipping

Traditional Metaphysical Properties
• Purpurite is traditionally associated with personal transformation, spiritual awareness, confidence, and self-expression
• Often connected with intuition, creativity, independence, and personal growth
• Commonly associated with the Third Eye and Crown Chakras
• Sometimes linked with Virgo, Sagittarius, and Pisces in modern crystal traditions

Photography & Size Note
• White-background photos are captured using professional lighting and close-up photography to show the specimen's natural colors, crystal formations, and reflective details. This can make the specimen appear larger than its actual size. Please review the listed measurements and coin or palm photos for an accurate size comparison.

You will receive the exact specimen shown in this listing. All photos show the same piece from different angles, positions, and lighting conditions, so you can see exactly what you will be getting. No substitutes ever—what you see is what you get!