Purpurite and Triphylite - 10 pounds Selenite meaning it does not allow

meaning it does not allow light to pass through it

depending on the specific composition of the stone and its surface finish

which is comparable to that of quartz

Hardness: Hackmanite has a hardness ranging from 5

Hardness: Amber has a hardness of 2 to 2

Purpurite and Triphylite - 10 pounds Selenite meaning it does not allowLocality: Sandanab, Namibia This item is unwashed and rough and does not have the famous iridescent purple color Purpurite is known for. It must be cleaned to uncover the purple iridescent color. Color: As mentioned, purpurite's most distinctive feature is its purple coloration, which can vary in intensity. Hardness: Purpurite has a hardness of around 4. 5 to 5. 5 on the Mohs scale. This means it is relatively soft compared to many other minerals,