2" Rough Purple Purpurite Manganese Mineral Specimen Location Namibia Saw Fish These shells remain one of

These shells remain one of the most valuable sources of scientific information on this iconic species

preserving the highest concentration of fossil fish in the world

This process produced one of the most important fossil fish deposits in the world

Olivine: Not always present

giving them an almost surreal

2" Rough Purple Purpurite Manganese Mineral Specimen Location Namibia Saw Fish These shells remain one ofLocation: Namibia Weight: 2 Ounces Dimensions: 2 Inches Long, 1. 6 Inches Wide, 1 Inch Thick The item pictured is the one you will receive. Purpurite is a rare manganese iron phosphate mineral known for its distinctive purple coloration. Its name comes from the Latin word purpura, meaning purple. This mineral occurs in shades ranging from deep violet to reddish purple and is composed mainly of manganese phosphate, with the formula MnPO4H2O. Iron