| Name | African Red |
| Information | A medium- to coarse-grained, red granite. Technical and physical characteristics: Bulk density: 2,62 - 2,82 kg/dm³, bending strength: 15 - 18,1 N/mm², compression breaking load: 178,5 - 220,8 N/mm², water absorption: 0,18 - 0,22 weight-%. Tests regarding radio activity gave an emission of 180 nSV/h ( sample from the Abraxas Archive ). Mean ultimate loads for FZP-Anchor (Type M8, drillhole depth hv = 15 mm): tensile load: 10,7 kN (according to test results of the test laboratory at the Fischerwerke). Reference: Landmark Square Project, Long Beach/USA; Taunustor Japan-Center, Frankfurt/M./Hessen/Germany. Uses: Construction stone, ornamental stone since about 1985. |
| Location | South Africa (Polgietersrus/Northern Province) |
| Synonyms | A.P. Red, Africa Red, Africa Rot, African-Red, Afrika-Red, Afrika-Rot, Red Africa, Red Afrika, Rojo Africa, Rosso Africa, Rouge Afrique, Vermelho Africa, WG209 |
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| Name | Agra |
| Information | A red sandstone, partly with little beige spots, a little transformed by metamorphism. Tests regarding radio activity gave an emission of 120 nSV/h ( sample from the Abraxas Archive ). References: Many old English forts in India; Museum of Contemporary Art/Los Angeles/CA (facing, 1986); Indian Ambassy, Berlin/Germany (facing) Uses: Construction stone, ornamental stone, natural split for flooring. |
| Location | India (Agra/Uttar Pradesh/Hindustan) |
| Synonyms | Agra Red, Allekta, Barauli, Barauli Red, Karauli, Koaroli, Morning Glory, Red Agra |
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Alta |
| Information | Commercial name (according to European Standard EN 12440 addendum A) for a grey-green, fissionable mica schist of the Precambrian period, quartz about 65 %, mica about 30 %. Technical and physical characteristics: Bulk density: 2,69 kg/dm³, bending strength according to DIN 52112: 37,0 N/mm², compression breaking load according to DIN 52105: 328,0 N/mm², water absorption according to DIN 52103: 0,14 weight-%, abrasion resistance according to DIN 52108: 7,3 cm³/50 cm² (according to Boehme), frost resistant, polishing possible. References: Louvre/Paris/France; Landesregierung inTuebingen/Baden-Wuerttemberg/Germany. Uses: Since 1919as construction stone, ornamental stone, mostly natural split for facing and flooring in- and outside. |
| Location | Norway (Peska, Stilla/Oevre Alta/Finnmark) |
| Synonyms | Alta Kwartsiet, Alta Quarzit, Alta Quarzite, Alta Quartzite, Alta-Quarzit, Alta-Skifer, Altaquarzit, Altaskifer, Cuarcita de Alta, Midnight Sun, Nordischer Quarzit, Nordquarzit, Norwegischer Altaquarzit, Norwegischer Quarzit, Polar-Quarzit |
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American Mahogany |
| Information | A medium- to coarse-grained, brown-red granite of the Precambrian period, with blue quartz and bands of biotite. Technical and physical characteristics: Bulk density: 2,850 - 2,880 kg/dm³, bending strength: 12,85 - 13,34 N/mm², compression breaking load: 159,9 - 178,2 N/mm², water absorption: 0,20 - 0,30 weight-%, frost resistant, polish constant. Tests regarding radio activity gave an emission of 180 nSV/h ( sample from the Abraxas Archive ). Uses: Ornamental stone in- and outside |
| Location | USA (Milbank/Grant County/South Dakota) |
| Synonyms | Dakota Mahagoni, Dakota Mahagony, Dakota Mahogany, Mahogany, Mahogany Dakota, Mahogany Dakota America |
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Arabescato Cervaiole |
| Information | Commercial name (according to European Standard EN 12440 addendum A) for a fine-grained, white to light grey marble of the Jurassic period, with greenish-grey decoration. Technical and physical characteristics: Bulk density: 2,70 kg/dm³, bending strength: 20,6 N/mm², compression breaking load: 140,6 - 149,4 N/mm². abrasion resistance: ?(0,69 mm according to Amsler). Uses: Ornamental stone |
| Location | Italy (Seravezza/Apennines/Provincia di Lucca/Tuscany) |
| Synonyms | Arabescato Cervaiola |
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Azarshar Red |
| Information | An intensive red travertine of the Pleistocene period, with light red and red-brown decoration. Technical and physical characteristics: Bulk density: 2,44 - 2,67 kg/dm³, compression breaking load: 23,4 - 50,6 N/mm², water absorption: 1,65 ?(weight)-%, polishing possible ( with pores ). Uses: Ornamental stone |
| Location | Iran (Azar Shar/lake Urmia/Azarbayjan e Gharbi) |
| Synonyms | Azar Shar Red, Persia Rosso, Persian Red, Persiano Rosso, Red Azarshar, Red Persian, Red Travertine, Rosso Persia, Rosso Persiano, Rosso Soraya, Rosso Taebris, Sanandaj Red, Sananday, Travertin d`Iran Rouge, Travertin Rot Iran, Travertin Rouge d'Iran, Travertino Encarnado, Travertino Rosso, Travertino Rosso Persiano, Travertino Soraya |
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Azul Bahia |
| Information | A white-blue sodalite foidolite of the Precambrian period, Portuguese "azul" = blue. The blue colour is caused by sodalite, available since about 1965. Mineral distribution on the average: microcline: 51%, sodalite: 30%, cancrinite: 10%, plagioclase: 5%, aegirine: 2%, mafite: 2%. Technical and physical characteristics: Bulk density according to ABNT NBR 12.766: 2,545 kg/dm³, bending strength according to ABNT NBR 12.763: 16,64 N/mm², compression breaking load according to ABNT NBR 12.767: 169,20 N/mm², abrasion resistance according to ABNT NBR 12.042 (Amsler): 0,75 mm, water absorption according to ABNT NBR 12.766: 0,04%, frost resistant, polish constant only inside. Reference: Hotel First Residence at Giza/Egypt. Uses: Building stone, ornamental stone. Azul Bahia is one of the most expensive natural stones, the raw blocks are often small. Caution, acids will be change the blue colour of the sodalite into grey ! This stone internationally may be nominated as a granite. For the US- and Chinese market this is correct according to ASTM C 119 resp. GB/T 17670. But in the area of application of the European Standard (EN) this stone must be nominated as syenite because the EN 12440 demands a scientific terminology for the denomination of natural stones, determined with a petrografic examination according to EN 12407 and 4.2 of prEN 12670. In case of doubt please ask your supplier. |
| Location | Brazil (quarry RN 000001, RN 000002/Fazenda Hiassu/Itaju do Colonia/Bahia/Nordeste) |
| Synonyms | Azul-Bahia, Azul da Bahia, Azul de Bahia, Azul do Bahia, Azzurro Bahia, Bahia, Bahia Azul, Bahia Azur, Bahia Blau, Bahia Blue, Bahia Blue Granite, Blu Bahia, Blue Bahia, Granito Azul, Granito Azul da Bahia |
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Azul Macaubas |
| Information | A wavy, blue quartzite of the Precambrian period, colour caused by dumortierite, Portuguese "azul" = blue. This stone internationally may be nominated as a granite. For the US- and Chinese market this is correct according to ASTM C 119 resp. GB/T 17670. But in the area of application of the European Standard (EN) this stone must be nominated as quartzite because the EN 12440 demands a scientific terminology for the denomination of natural stones, determined with a petrografic examination according to EN 12407 and 4.2 of prEN 12670. In case of doubt please ask your supplier. |
| Location | Brazil (quarry RN 000006/Serra da Vereda/Macaubas e Boquira/Bahia/Nordeste) |
| Synonyms | Azul de Macauba, Azul de Macaubas, Azul do Macaubas, Azul Macauba, Azul Maccauba, Azul Makauba, Azuldo, Azuldo Macaubas, Azzurro Macaubas, Blue Macauba, Blue Macaubas Quartzite, Granito Azul, Granito Azul Macaubas, Macauba, Macauba Azul, Macauba Blue, Macaubas Azul, Macaubas Blue, Macaubas Granito |
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Azul Platino |
| Information | Commercial name (according to European Standard EN 12440 addendum A) for a medium- to coarse-grained, blue-grey two-mica granite, Spanish "azul platino" = platin-blue. Technical and physical characteristics: Bulk density: 2,59 kg/dm³, bending strength: 14,22 N/mm², compression breaking load: 135,87 N/mm², water absorption: 0,19 ?(weight)-%. abrasion resistance: 0,061 mm (unknown test method). Tests regarding radio activity gave an emission of 150 nSV/h ( sample from the Abraxas Archive ). Mean ultimate loads for FZP-Anchor (Type M6, drillhole depth hv = 15 mm): tensile load: 6,5 kN (according to test results of the test laboratory at the Fischerwerke) Reference: European Parliament/Brussel/Belgium. Uses: Ornamental stone. |
| Location | Spain (Plasenzuela/Trujillo/Caceres/Extremadura) |
| Synonyms | Azul Graninter, Azul Palatino, Azul Platina, Azul Plattino, Azul Trujillo Platino, Blue Platino, Platinum Blue, Trujillo Blue Platinum |
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Balmoral |
| Information | A medium- to coarse-grained, red granite of the Precambrian period, so-called after Balmoral Castle, Scotland. Technical and physical characteristics: Bulk density: 2,62 - 2,71 kg/dm³, bending strength: 13,7 - 15,4 N/mm², compression breaking load: 174 - 261,93 N/mm², water absorption: 0,14 - 0,41 weight-%, frost resistant, polish constant. References: National Museum Prague/Czech Republik; Police Headquarters/Toronto/Canada Uses: Construction stone, ornamental stone. Available are two sorts, Balmoral FG + Balmoral RG. |
| Location | Finland (Vehmaa-Taivassalo) |
| Synonyms | Balmora Red, Balmoral Red, Balmoral Rosso, Finnish Red, Red Balmoral, Rojo Balmoral, Rosso Balmoral, Rosso Finnlandia, Taivassalon Punainen |
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| Name | Baltic Brown |
| Information | Commercial name (according to European Standard EN 12440 addendum A) for a brown-black granite ( rapakivi ) of the Precambrian period. Spherical shape of the brown potassic feldspars. Exploitation since 1972. Mineral distribution on the average: orthoclase: 55%, quartz: 25%, plagioclase: 11%, amphibole: 9%. Technical and physical characteristics: Bulk density: 2,680 kg/dm³, bending strength: 11 N/mm², compression breaking load: 150 N/mm², water absorption: 0,16 weight-% frost resistant, polish constant. Reference: Frankfurt Airport Center/Frankfurt/Germany. Uses: Construction stone, ornamental stone in- and outside |
| Location | Finland (Savitaipale, Ylaemaa, Husu, Leppeeranta, Miehikkaelae - near the border to Russia - ) |
| Synonyms | Baltic Braun, Baltic Brovn, Baltic Brown Granite, Baltic Brun, Baltik Braun, Brown Baltic, Bruno Baltico, Castanho Verdoso, Coffe Diamond, GA 501, Kugelgranit, Marron Baltico, Marrone Baltico, Rapakiwi-Granit, Ylaemaan Ruskea |
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| Name | Barre Grey |
| Information | A fine-grained, light grey granite of Devonian age. Technical and physical characteristics: Bulk density: 2,65 kg/dm³, bending strength: 15,86 N/mm², compression breaking load: 170 N/mm². Reference: General British Consulate/Hong Kong/China Uses: Construction stone, ornamental stone. |
| Location | USA (Barre/Washington County/Vermont) |
| Synonyms | Barre Gray, Regal Gray, Regal Grey |
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| Name | Basaltina |
| Information | Commercial name (according to European Standard EN 12440 addendum A) for a grey lava of the Quaternary period. Technical and physical characteristics: Bulk density: 2,23 kg/dm³, bending strength: 14 N/mm², compression breaking load: 82,5 - 88 N/mm², water absorption: 9 weight-%, frost resistant, polishing not possible. Tests regarding radio activity gave an emission of 120 nSV/h ( sample from the Abraxas Archive ). Mean ultimate loads for FZP-Anchor (Type M8, drillhole depth hv = 15 mm): tensile load: 6,2 kN (according to test results of the test laboratory at the Fischerwerke). Reference: Finanzamt Zentrum/Aachen/Germany; Deutsche Apothekerbank/Duesseldorf/Germany. Uses: Construction stone, ornamental stone, the pores are smaller than the pores of Rheinische Basaltava, but Basaltina is much more expensive. |
| Location | Italy (Bagnoregio/Provincia di Viterbo/Lazio) |
| Synonyms | Basaltina Classico, Basaltino, Basalto di Viterbo, Grigio Anciano, Grigio Aniciano, Pietra Aniciano, Pietra Basaltica, Pietra Basaltina |
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| Name | Bethel White |
| Information | A medium-grained, white to light grey granite of the Devonian period. Technical and physical characteristics: Bulk density: 2,52 - 2,72 kg/dm³, bending strength: 11,6 - 16,87 N/mm², compression breaking load: 192 - 233 N/mm², water absorption: 0,18 - 0,30 weight-%, frost resistant, polish constant. Mean ultimate loads for FZP-Anchor (Type M6, drillhole depth hv = 15 mm): tensile load: 6,6 kN (according to test results of the test laboratory at the Fischerwerke). Reference: Grand America Hotel/Salt Lake City/USA (facing). Uses: Construction stone, ornamental stone in- and outside. |
| Location | USA (Bethel/Windsor County/Green Mountains/Vermont) |
| Synonyms | Bathel White, Bethal White, Hartwick, Hartwick White, Lord, Lord Granit, White Bethel |
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| Name | Bianco Carrara C |
| Information | A fine-grained, light grey marble of the Jurassic period, with grey decoration. Technical and physical characteristics: Bulk density: 2,711 - 2,735 kg/dm³, bending strength: 15,05 - 21,78 N/mm², compression breaking load: 86,45 - 131,45 N/mm², water absorption: 0,12 - 0,15 weight-%, abrasion resistance: 0,58 - 0,65 mm. Uses: Ornamental stone. Bianco Carrara C is more expensive than the darker sorts Bianco Carrara CD + Bianco Carrara D |
| Location | Italy (the Carrara region/Provincia di Massa Carrara/Apennines/Tuscany) |
| Synonyms | Bianco C, Bianco Carrara Typ C, Blanc Carrara C, Blanc Carrare C, Carrara Bianco C, Carrara C |
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| Name | Bianco Carrara CD |
| Information | A fine-grained, light grey marble of the Jurassic period, with dark grey decoration; the medium coloured sort of Bianco Carrara. Technical and physical characteristics: Bulk density: 2,70 - 2,75 kg/dm³, bending strength: 17,1 - 21,8 N/mm², compression breaking load: 115,9 -133,6 N/mm², water absorption: 0,12 - 0,14 weight-%, abrasion resistance: 0,80 - 1,12 mm (according to Amsler). Mean ultimate loads for FZP-Anchor (Type M8, drillhole depth hv = 15 mm): tensile load: 6,9 kN (according to test results of the test laboratory at the Fischerwerke). References: Carlsberg Glyptotek/Kopenhavn/Denmark (1996). Uses: Ornamental stone. At present ( 2002 ) the most manufactured sort of Carrara marble. It is a cheap commerce quality, darker than Bianco Carrara C. |
| Location | Italy (the Carrara region/Provincia di Massa Carrara/Apennines/Tuscany) |
| Synonyms | Bianco Carrara Typ CD, Bianco Carrara C/D, Blanc Carrara CD, Blanc Carrare CD, Carrara CD, Carrara Lochi, White Carrara C/D |
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| Name | Bianco Carrara Gioia |
| Information | A fine-grained, white to light grey marble of the Jurassic period, with dark decoration, one of the most manufactured sorts of Carrara marble, Italian "bianco"= white, light. This sort is sometimes contenting very much so-called "tarolli" (s.a. Bianco Carrara). Uses: Ornamental stone. Reference: The new building of the IMM at Carrara/Italy. |
| Location | Italy (Gioia/Carrara/Provincia di Massa Carrara/Apennines/Tuscany) |
| Synonyms | Bianco Carrara Tipo Gioia, Bianco Gioga, Bianco Gioia, Carrara Gioia, Gioia, Marmo Bianco di Gioia, White Carrara Gioia |
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| Name | Bianco Cristal |
| Information | A medium-grained, light grey-white muscovite granite of the Carboniferous period, Italian "bianco"= white, light. Essentials: quartz, orthoclase, plagioclase, biotite; secondary minerals resp. accessories: chlorite, muskovite, zircone, sericite Technical and physical characteristics: Bulk density: 2,54 - 2,68 kg/dm³, bending strength: 13,7 - 14,7 N/mm², compression breaking load: 142,24 - 183,4 N/mm², water absorption: 0,22 - 0,47 weight-%, abrasion resistance: 9,3 cm³/50 cm² (according to Boehme). Reference: General British Consulate/Hong Kong/China. Uses: Construction stone, ornamental stone in- and outside. Colours may change from white into yellow, caused by the transformation of biotite into limonite ( mostly blocks of the upper layers of the quarry ). The European Standard: EN 12440 "Natural stone - Denomination criteria" became effective at 2000, September 30th. In the "Synonyms" field of this database you will find the trade names of addendum A with the annotation (according to EN 12440, addendum A). |
| Location | Spain (Cadalso de los Vidrios/Madrid) |
| Synonyms | Bianco Cristall, Bianco Cristallo, Bianco Crystall, Bianco Kristall, Blanc Cristal, Blanco Cristal (according to EN 12440, addendum A), Blanco Crystal, Blanco Crystall, Branco Cristal, Granit Bianco Cristal, Kristallweiss, White Cristal |
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| Name | Bianco Perlino |
| Information | A very light beige limestone of the Lower Cretaceous period, with stylolitic veins, Italian "bianco"= white, light. Technical and physical characteristics: Bulk density: 2,63 - 2,701 kg/dm³, bending strength: 9,81 - 12,56 N/mm², compression breaking load: 128 - 190 N/mm², water absorption: 0,11 - 0,15 weight-%, abrasion resistance: 0,64 mm, polish constant only inside. Reference: Administration building of the Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung/Berlin/Germany (Foyer). Uses: Ornamental stone inside. The European Standard: EN 12440 "Natural stone - Denomination criteria" became effective at 2000, September 30th. In the "Synonyms" field of this database you will find the trade names of addendum A with the annotation (according to EN 12440, addendum A). This stone internationally may be nominated as a marble. For the US- and Chinese market this is correct according to ASTM C 119 resp. GB/T 17670. But in the area of application of the European Standard (EN) this stone must be nominated as limestone because the EN 12440 demands a scientific terminology for the denomination of natural stones, determined with a petrografic examination according to EN 12407 and 4.2 of prEN 12670. In case of doubt please ask your supplier. |
| Location | Italy (Asiago/Provincia di Vicenza/European Alps/Veneto) |
| Synonyms | Asiago Bianco, Asiago Blanco, Asiago Perlatino, Asiago Perlino, Bianco Asiago (according to EN 12440, addendum A), Biancone (according to EN 12440, addendum A), Biancone di Asiago, Blanco Perlino, Perla Bianco, Perla Marina, Perlino, Perlino Bianco, Perlino Blanco |
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| Name | Bianco Sardo |
| Information | Commercial name (according to European Standard EN 12440 addendum A) for a coarse-grained, light grey granite of the Carboniferous/Devonian period, Italian "bianco"= white, light. Technical and physical characteristics: Bulk density: 2,58 - 2,62 kg/dm³, bending strength: 12,3 - 14,2 N/mm², compression breaking load: 159 - 213 N/mm², water absorption: 0,580 weight-%. Tests regarding radio activity gave an emission of 160 nSV/h ( sample from the Abraxas Archive ). Mean ultimate loads for FZP-Anchor (Type M6, drillhole depth hv = 12 mm): tensile load: 5,1 kN (according to test results of the test laboratory at the Fischerwerke) Reference: Messe Koeln/Germany. Uses: Construction stone, ornamental stone. Bianco Sardo is one of Europe's most well-known granites. There are several varieties, sorts and trade marks. Ordering Bianco Sardo granite you should determine the exact type or sort. |
| Location | Italy (Ale dei Sardi, Ozieri/Budduso/Sassari/Sardegna) |
| Synonyms | Bianca Sardo, Bianco Sarda, Bianco Sardegna, Bianco Sardena, Blanc Sarde, Blanco Sardo, Sardo Bianco |
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| Name | Blue Eyes |
| Information | A medium-grained, light grey anorthosite of the Precambrian period, with only a few, but intensive blue iridescent areas. Technical and physical characteristics: Bulk density: 2,74 - 2,76 kg/dm³, bending strength: 16,7 - 17,7 N/mm², compression breaking load: 192,3 - 195,2 N/mm², water absorption: 0,10 - 0,12 weight-%, frost resistant, polish constant. Uses: Ornamental stone, available since 1991. This stone internationally may be nominated as a granite. For the US- and Chinese market this is correct according to ASTM C 119 resp. GB/T 17670. But in the area of application of the European Standard (EN) this stone must be nominated as anorthosite because the EN 12440 demands a scientific terminology for the denomination of natural stones, determined with a petrografic examination according to EN 12407 and 4.2 of prEN 12670. In case of doubt please ask your supplier. |
| Location | Canada (Nain, Paul Island/Newfoundland/Labrador - Mesoproterozioc Nain Plutonic Suite - ) |
| Synonyms | Blu Eyes, Blue Eye, Blue Eys, Eyes Blue, Labrador Blue Eyes, Reflect Blue |
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| Name | Blue Pearl |
| Information | Commercial name (according to European Standard EN 12440 addendum A) for a coarse-grained, light blue iridescent syenite ( larvikite ) of the Permian period. The iridescence on the polished surface results of the reflection of light at the feldspar crystals. Technical and physical characteristics: Bulk density: 2,68 - 2,73 kg/dm³, bending strength: 12,26 - 24,5 N/mm², compression breaking load: 143 - 196 N/mm², water absorption: 0,12 - 0,20 weight-%, frost resistant, polish constant. Reference: Fordland Development/Detroit/MI/USA (facing). Uses: Ornamental stone. Manufactured as flooring, some tiles should be turned 90° to get an homogeneous surface. There are very lots of varieties resp. sorts under several different trade names (Marina Pearl + Blue Pearl GT, etc.). The deeper the blue, the higher the price. At time ( 2002 ) there are working about 30 quarries. Blue Pearl is very popular in Germany today and you will find it in nearly every supplier's stock. This stone internationally may be nominated as a granite. For the US- and Chinese market this is correct according to ASTM C 119 resp. GB/T 17670. But in the area of application of the European Standard (EN) this stone must be nominated as syenite because the EN 12440 demands a scientific terminology for the denomination of natural stones, determined with a petrografic examination according to EN 12407 and 4.2 of prEN 12670. In case of doubt please ask your supplier. |
| Location | Norway (Almenningen, Arent, Bjoerndalen, Norwegian Pearl, Ostskogen, Stalaker, Storaas, Utklev/Tvedalen/Vestfold) |
| Synonyms | Blue Labrador Hell, Blue Perl, Bluepearl, GA601, GA 601, Labrador Azurro, Labrador Azzurro, Labrador Azzurro Blue Pearl, Labrador Blau, Labrador Bleu, Labrador Blue Pearl, Labrador Chiaro, Labrador Claro, Labrador Hell, Ljus Labrador, Perla Azurro, Stalaker |
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| Name | Botticino Classico |
| Information | Commercial name (according to European Standard EN 12440 addendum A) for a light beige limestone of the Jurassic period (Lias) with light spots. Technical and physical characteristics: Bulk density: 2,682 kg/dm³, bending strength: 5,89 N/mm², compression breaking load: 204,2 - 211,9 N/mm², water absorption: 0,55 weight-%, abrasion resistance: 1,1 mm (according to Amsler), frost resistant, polish constant only inside. Mean ultimate loads for FZP-Anchor (Type M8, drillhole depth hv = 15 mm): tensile load: 6,2 kN (according to test results of the test laboratory at the Fischerwerke). Reference: Many antique buildings in the Brescia region; Jefferson County Courthouse/Birmimgham/Alabama/USA. Uses: Construction stone, ornamental stone since antiquity. This stone internationally may be nominated as a marble. For the US- and Chinese market this is correct according to ASTM C 119 resp. GB/T 17670. But in the area of application of the European Standard (EN) this stone must be nominated as limestone because the EN 12440 demands a scientific terminology for the denomination of natural stones, determined with a petrografic examination according to EN 12407 and 4.2 of prEN 12670. In case of doubt please ask your supplier. |
| Location | Italy (Mazzano, Botticino Sera/Provincia di Brescia/European Alps/Lombardia) |
| Synonyms | Boticcino Classico, Botticino Classical |
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| Name | Botticino Semiclassico |
| Information | A light beige limestone of the Jurassic period ( Lias ) with light spots. Technical and physical characteristics: Bulk density: 2,680 kg/dm³, bending strength: 16,68 - 17,17 N/mm², compression breaking load: 213,86 - 217,78 N/mm², water absorption: 0,19 - 0,21 weight-%, abrasion resistance: 0,69 mm (unknown test method), frost resistant, polish constant only inside. Mean ultimate loads for FZP-Anchor (Type M8, drillhole depth hv = 15 mm): tensile load: 5,2 kN (according to test results of the test laboratory at the Fischerwerke). References: Crabtree Valley Mall/Raleigh/North Carolina/USA; Regent Hotel/Sydney/Australia. Uses: Construction stone, ornamental stone. This stone internationally may be nominated as a marble. For the US- and Chinese market this is correct according to ASTM C 119 resp. GB/T 17670. But in the area of application of the European Standard (EN) this stone must be nominated as limestone because the EN 12440 demands a scientific terminology for the denomination of natural stones, determined with a petrografic examination according to EN 12407 and 4.2 of prEN 12670. In case of doubt please ask your supplier. |
| Location | Italy (Mazzano, Botticino Sera/Provincia di Brescia/European Alps/Lombardia) |
| Synonyms | Botticino Semi Classico, Botticino Semi-Classico |
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| Name | Breccia Sarda |
| Information | A brown-beige limestone ( oolitic limestone ) of the Tertiary period. Technical and physical characteristics: Bulk density: 2,620 - 2,640 kg/dm³, bending strength: 14,91 - 15,50 N/mm², compression breaking load: 201,11 - 215,82 N/mm², water absorption: 0,41 - 0,45 weight-%, polish constant only inside. Uses: Ornamental stone. Available are several sorts, s.a. Breccia Sarda Chiara + Breccia Sarda Media + Breccia Sarda Scura. The European Standard: EN 12440 "Natural stone - Denomination criteria" became effective at 2000, September 30th. In the "Synonyms" field of this database you will find the trade names of addendum A with the annotation (according to EN 12440, addendum A). This stone internationally may be nominated as a marble. For the US- and Chinese market this is correct according to ASTM C 119 resp. GB/T 17670. But in the area of application of the European Standard (EN) this stone must be nominated as limestone because the EN 12440 demands a scientific terminology for the denomination of natural stones, determined with a petrografic examination according to EN 12407 and 4.2 of prEN 12670. In case of doubt please ask your supplier. |
| Location | Italy (Orosei/Provincia di Nuoro/Sardegna) |
| Synonyms | Breccia Olympo, Breccia Sarda Daino, Breccia Sarda Olimpia, Breccia Sarda Olympia, Breccia Sarde, Breccia Sardo Daino, Brechia Sarda, Brechia Sardo, Brekcha Sardo, Brescia Sarda, Daino, Daino Real, Daino Reale, Daino Tirreno (according to EN 12440, addendum A), Daino Venato, Deino, Deino Marmor, Diana Scorpio, Diane Reale, Diano Reale, Dino Reale, Napoleon Perlato Daino, Olimpia Beige, Orosei, Orosei Perlato, Perlato Daino, Perlato Imperial, Perlato Imperiale, Perlato Olimp, Perlato Olimpio, Perlato Olimpo, Perlato Olimpo Daino, Perlato Olymp, Perlato Olympico, Perlato Olympio, Perlato Olympo, Perlato Olympus, Perlato Tirreno, Scorpio, Scorpion, Skorpion, Tigrato Olimpo |
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| Name | Buxy |
| Information | A beige, light brown or brown-grey oolitic limestone of the Jurassic period, with a lots of biocasts (crinoid fragments). Technical and physical characteristics: Bulk density: 2,63 - 2,67 kg/dm³, N/mm², bending strength: 11,7 N/mm², compression breaking load: 104,9 - 134 N/mm², water absorption: 1,01 %, frost resistant, polish constant only inside. References: Japanese ambassy/Geneve/Switzerland; Musee d'Orsay/Paris/France ( 28,000 m² ). Uses: Construction stone, ornamental stone. There are several sorts, resp. trade names, s.a. Buxy Ambre + Buxy Bayadere + Buxy Bleu + Buxy Cendre + Buxy Goulot + Buxy Gris + Buxy Gris Cendre + Buxy Gris Jaune Cendre + Buxy Gris Bleu + Buxy Jaune + Buxy LR + Buxy Nuance + Buxy Uni. |
| Location | France (Bissey-sus-Cruchaud, Goulot/Montagny les Buxy/Buxy/Dept. Saone-et-Loire/Bourgogne) |
| Synonyms | Pierre de Buxy, Kalkstein Buxy, Limestone Buxy |
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| Name | Calacatta d'Oro |
| Information | A fine-grained, beige marble of the Jurassic period (Lias) with yellowish-brown-grey decoration, Italian "oro" = golden. One of the most well-known sorts of Calacatta marble. Technical and physical characteristics: Bulk density: 2,69 - 2,72 kg/dm³, bending strength: 14,3 - 16,09 N/mm², compression breaking load: 106,1 - 108,4 ?(141,8 - 146,7 ) N/mm², water absorption: 0,18 vol.-%, abrasion resistance: 5,8 - 9,84 mm (according to Amsler), not frost resistant, polish constant only inside. Uses: Ornamental stone. |
| Location | Italy (Sovicille/Provincia di Siena/Tuscany) |
| Synonyms | Calacata Gold Marble, Calacatta Doro, Calacatta Gold, Calacatta Golden, Calacata Oro, Calacatta Oro, Vena d`Oro |
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| Name | Caliza Capri |
| Information | A light beige oolitic limestone of the Cretaceous period, with lots of very small shell fragments, Spanish "caliza" = limestone. Technical and physical characteristics: Bulk density: 2,62 - 2,70 kg/dm³, bending strength: 16,6 N/mm², compression breaking load: 84 N/mm², water absorption: 0,2 - ?6,48%, frost resistant, polish constant only inside. Mean ultimate loads for FZP-Anchor (Type M8W, drillhole depth hv = 21 mm): tensile load: 8,1 kN (according to test results of the test laboratory at the Fischerwerke) Uses: Ornamental stone in- and outside. |
| Location | Spain (Zarcilla de Ramos/Lorca/Murcia) |
| Synonyms | Caliza Andalucia, Caliza Zarci, Calizia Capri, Calizia Zarci, Capri, Capri Caliza, Capri Limestone, Claizia Capri, Classic White, Galicia Capri, Galizia Capri, Kalitza Capri, Limestone Calizia Capri, Limestone Capri, Palmira |
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| Name | Cambrian Black |
| Information | A medium-grained, black gabbro of the Precambrian period. Technical and physical characteristics: Bulk density: 2,87 kg/dm³, bending strength: 12 N/mm², compression breaking load: 131,8 N/mm². Bulk density according to ASTM C97: 179,2 pcf; modulus of rupture according to ASTM C99: 2,255 psi; compressive strenght according to ASTM C170: 23,600 psi; absorption according to ASTM C97: 0,11 %. Uses: Construction stone, ornamental stone. This stone internationally may be nominated as a granite. For the US- and Chinese market this is correct according to ASTM C 119 resp. GB/T 17670. But in the area of application of the European Standard (EN) this stone must be nominated as gabbro because the EN 12440 demands a scientific terminology for the denomination of natural stones, determined with a petrografic examination according to EN 12407 and 4.2 of prEN 12670. In case of doubt please ask your supplier. |
| Location | Canada (Winnipeg/Manitoba) |
| Synonyms | Cambrian, Cold Spring Black, Royal Black |
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| Name | Camelia White |
| Information | A very light grey orthogneiss of the Cambrian period, with soft black, grey or brown decoration. Technical and physical characteristics: Bulk density: 2,619 kg/dm³, bending strength: 13,30 N/mm², compression breaking load: 129,0 N/mm², frost resistant, polish constant. Uses: Construction stone, ornamental stone. This stone internationally may be nominated as a granite. For the US- and Chinese market this is correct according to ASTM C 119 resp. GB/T 17670. But in the area of application of the European Standard (EN) this stone must be nominated as gneiss because the EN 12440 demands a scientific terminology for the denomination of natural stones, determined with a petrografic examination according to EN 12407 and 4.2 of prEN 12670. In case of doubt please ask your supplier. |
| Location | USA (Rowan County/North Carolina) |
| Synonyms | Kamelia White, Kamelian White, White Camellia, White Camelia |
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| Name | Carmen Red |
| Information | Commercial name (according to European Standard EN 12440 addendum A) for a coarse-grained, brown-red granite of the Precambrian periodm with rounded, big red orthoclase crystals. Exploitation since the 70th of the 20th century. Mineral distribution on the average (vol.): orthoclase: 50%, quartz: 36%, plagioclase: 9%, biotite: 5%. Technical and physical characteristics: Bulk density: 2,630 kg/dm³, bending strength: 9,5 N/mm², compression breaking load: 123 N/mm², water absorption: 0,14 - 0,42 weight-%, frost resistant, polish constant. References: Wiltshire Court Plaza/Los Angeles/California/USA, Bank of California/San Diego/California/USA; Dominion Tower/Norfolk/VA/USA. Uses: Construction stone, ornamental stone. |
| Location | Finland (Virolahti, Virojoki) |
| Synonyms | Carmen Rot, Garmen Red, Carmen Rot, Red Carmen, Rojo Carmen, Rosso Carmen Red, Virolahden Punainen |
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| Name | Clair du Tarn |
| Information | A medium-grained, light grey granite of the Carboniferous period, French "clair"= light. Technical and physical characteristics: Bulk density: 2,7 kg/dm³, bending strength: 16,0 N/mm², compression breaking load: 171 N/mm², water absorption: 0,34 weight-%, frost resistant, polish constant. Reference: Terminal 2 of the Frankfurt Airport/Hessen/Germany (70.000 m²). Uses: Construction stone, ornamental stone in- and outside. |
| Location | France (Sidobre/Castres/Dept. Tarn/Midi-Pyrenees/Massif Central) |
| Synonyms | Bianco Tarn, Blanc du Tarn, Blanco Tarn, Clair-du-Tarn, Tarn Clair, Tarn Granit Bianco, Tarne Clair |
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| Name | Crema Marfil |
| Information | Commercial name (according to European Standard EN 12440 addendum A) for a beige oolitic limestone of the Eocene period ( other authorities say Jurassic ), with many fossil fragments ( foraminifera + echinoderma ), Spanish "crema" = cream, "marfil" = ivory. Technical and physical characteristics: Bulk density: 2,70 - 2,72 kg/dm³, bending strength: 19,4 - 19,4 N/mm², compression breaking load: 96,7 - 162 N/mm² (the suppliers's informations are wide-spread!), water absorption: 0,15 - 0,50 %, frost resistant, polish constant only inside. Uses: Ornamental stone in- and outside. This stone internationally may be nominated as a marble. For the US- and Chinese market this is correct according to ASTM C 119 resp. GB/T 17670. But in the area of application of the European Standard (EN) this stone must be nominated as limestone because the EN 12440 demands a scientific terminology for the denomination of natural stones, determined with a petrografic examination according to EN 12407 and 4.2 of prEN 12670. In case of doubt please ask your supplier. |
| Location | Spain (Pinoso/Novelda/Alicante/Valencia) |
| Synonyms | Cream Marfil, Creme Marfil, Crema Mafil, Crema Marfel, Crema Marfil Ivory, Crema Marfilsa, Crema Marfilza, Crema Morvil, Creme de Ivoire, Cremo Morphil, Marfil Cream |
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| Name | Eagle Red |
| Information | Commercial name (according to European Standard EN 12440 addendum A) for a coarse-grained, red granite of the Precambrian period. Exploitation since 1964. Mineral distribution on the average: orthoclase: 44%, quartz: 38%, plagioclase: 10%, biotite: 7%, accessories: 1%. Technical and physical characteristics: Bulk density: 2,61 - 2,62 kg/dm³, bending strength: 10,5 - 13,9 N/mm², compression breaking load: 164 - 206 N/mm², water absorption: 0,22 weight-%, frost resistant, polish constant. References: South Figueroa Street Project/Los Angeles/CA/USA; Kuochdoch Building/Tokyo/Japan. Uses: Construction stone, ornamental stone. |
| Location | Finland (Pythaeae/Kotka) |
| Synonyms | Karhula, Kotka, Kotka Red, Kotkan Punainen, Red Eagle, Rosso Aquila, Rosso Marina |
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| Name | Emerald Pearl |
| Information | Commercial name (according to European Standard EN 12440 addendum A) for a blue-green syenite ( larvikite ) of the Permian period. The iridescence on the polished surface results of the reflection of light at the feldspar crystals. Technical and physical characteristics: Bulk density: 2,71 - 2,75 kg/dm³, bending strength: 12,5 - 16,68 N/mm², compression breaking load: 107,91 - 180 N/mm², water absorption: 0,18 - 0,34 weight-%, frost resistant, polish constant. Uses: Ornamental stone. This stone internationally may be nominated as a granite. For the US- and Chinese market this is correct according to ASTM C 119 resp. GB/T 17670. But in the area of application of the European Standard (EN) this stone must be nominated as syenite because the EN 12440 demands a scientific terminology for the denomination of natural stones, determined with a petrografic examination according to EN 12407 and 4.2 of prEN 12670. In case of doubt please ask your supplier. |
| Location | Norway (Blokksten, Hasle, Klastad, Praeteskogen, Skallist/Tjoelling/Larvik/Vestfold) |
| Synonyms | Dunkel Labrador, Emerald Perl, Esmerald Pearl, Labrador Dunkel, Labrador Emerald Pearl, Labrador Escuro, Labrador Gruen, Labrador Oscuro, Labrador Scuro, Labrador Verde, Labrador Vert, Perla Smeralda, Verde Larvik |
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| Name | Estremoz |
| Information | Several pink to beige marbles ( ophicalcites too ) of the Lower Cambrian period, the colour is wide-spread. Technical and physical characteristics: Bulk density: ~2,7 kg/dm³, bending strength:~18 - 25 N/mm², compression breaking load: ~70 - 95 N/mm², water absorption: ~0,10 weight-%, polish constant only inside. Uses: Ornamental stone in- and outside. The colour is wide-spread, there are many sorts, varieties and trade names. |
| Location | Portugal (many quarries in the Estremoz, Borba, Vila Vicosa region/Evora/Alentejo) |
| Synonyms | Estramoz, Estremos, Estromoz, Extremoz, Eztremos, Portogallo, Rosa Aurora, Rosa Aurora Estremoz, Rosa Portogallo, Rosa Portugallo |
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| Name | G 603 |
| Information | A fine-grained, grey granite ( monzogranite ) of the Precambrian period. Technical and physical characteristics: Bulk density: 2,61 - 2,68 kg/dm³, bending strength: 17,8 N/mm², compression breaking load: 168 N/mm², water absorption: 0,2 - 0,324 vol.-%. Tests regarding radio activity gave an emission of 200 nSV/h ( sample from the Abraxas Archive ). Reference: Duesseldorf airport/Germany ( 65,000 m² ); Stuttgart airport/Germany (25,000m²) Uses: Construction stone, ornamental stone. The National Standard of the Peoples Republic of China: GB/T 17670; "Unified Katalogue For Natural Stone" became effective at 01-08-99. Buying natural stones in the P.R. of China directely, you should use the codes of this standard only. In the "Synonyms" field of this database you will find these codes with the annotation (according to GB/T 17670). |
| Location | China (Jinjiang/Nan An/Fujian province) |
| Synonyms | A 003, Ba Cuo Bai, Bacuo White, Balma Grey, Barry White, Baso White, Bianco Amoy, Bianco Cordo, Bianco Crystal, Bianco Gamma, Bianco Gordo, Blanco Gamma, China Cristall, China Grey, China Sardinia, Cristal, Crystal Grey, G3503 (according to GB/T 17670), Galaxy, Gamma 603, Gamma Bianco, Gamma White, Grey, HA2, Ice Cristal, Ice Cristall, Jinjiang Bacuo Bai, Jinjiang Bacuo White, Jinjiang G 603, Jinjiang White, Kristall Grau, KS-W-04, Light Gray, Light Grey, Monte Bianco, Mountain White, NDG 051, Padang 603, Padang Cristal, Padang Cristal Grey, Padang Cristall, Padang Cristallo, Padang Cristallo TG - 34, Padang Crystal, Padang G 603, Padang Grey, Padang Kristall, Padang Kristall G 603, Padang Light Grey, Padang TG 34, Padang White, Palace Grau, Palace Grey, Palladio Cristal, Perla White, QSN22, Quan Zhou White, Royal White, Sardinia White, Sesame Gray, Sesame White, Sezuan Weiss, Sezuan White, Silberstar, St. Andrews Grey, Stone Grey, TG 34, WG003, White Beauty |
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| Name | G 623 |
| Information | A medium-grained, grey-pink granite of the Precambrian period. Technical and physical characteristics: Bulk density: 2,63 - 2,69 kg/dm³, bending strength: 14,5 - 18 N/mm², compression breaking load: 130,1 - 190 N/mm², water absorption: 0,2 vol.-%. Tests regarding radio activity gave an emission of 190 nSV/h ( sample from the Abraxas Archive ). Uses: Ornamental stone. The National Standard of the Peoples Republic of China: GB/T 17670; "Unified Katalogue For Natural Stone" became effective at 01-08-99. Buying natural stones in the P.R. of China directely, you should use the codes of this standard only. In the "Synonyms" field of this database you will find these codes with the annotation (according to GB/T 17670). |
| Location | China (Haicang/Fujian province) |
| Synonyms | A 023, Barry White, Bianco China, Bianco Sardo (A), China Sardo, Counter White, ES Bianco, G3523 (according to GB/T 17670), Gamma Grey, Grigio Sardo, HA5, Haicang Bai, Haicang White, Hai Chang White, KS-W-07, Moon Pearl, Padang Beta, Padang New Rosa, Padang White, QSN21, Rosa Beta, Rosa Grey, Rose Beta, Sesame Light, Silvery Gray, Silvery Grey, Silvery Rose, Snow Grey, Stone Rose, WG023, White Flower |
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| Name | G 633 |
| Information | A fine-grained, medium grey biotite granodiorite of the Precambrian period. The National Standard of the Peoples Republic of China: GB/T 17670; "Unified Katalogue For Natural Stone" became effective at 01-08-99. Buying natural stones in the P.R. of China directely, you should use the codes of this standard only. In the "Synonyms" field of this database you will find these codes with the annotation (according to GB/T 17670). |
| Location | China (Jinjiang/Fujian province) |
| Synonyms | A 033, Bally White, Barrie Grey, Barry Grey, Fun White, G3533 (according to GB/T 17670), Jinjiang Neicuo Bai, Light Grey, NDG 035, Navy Mist, Nei Cuo Bai, Nei Cuo White, Neicuo Bai, Padang, Padang Chiaro, Padang G 633, Padang Grey, Padang Hell, Padang Light, Padanga Hell, Padeng, Panda White, PS 8034, QSN17, Salt + Pepper, Sesame Grey, Sesame White, Silvery Grey, White Neicuo Jinjiang., WG033 |
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| Name | G 654 |
| Information | A fine-grained, dark grey quartzdiorite of the Precambrian period. Technical and physical characteristics: Bulk density: 2,63kg/dm³, bending strength: 15,3 - 17,8 N/mm², compression breaking load: 174,8 N/mm², water absorption: 0,185 - 0,355 ?(weight)-%. Tests regarding radio activity gave an emission of 250 nSV/h ( sample from the Abraxas Archive ). Mean ultimate loads for FZP-Anchor (Type M8W, drillhole depth hv = 15 mm): tensile load: 11,0 kN (according to test results of the test laboratory at the Fischerwerke) Uses: Construction stone, ornamental stone, s.a. Padang Dunkelgrau TG - 36. Obviously there are lots of quarries in the region, the spectrum of the granites dealed under the name G 654 is very wide. There are several types, different in grain and colour. We suppose there are G 654 granites are on the market, which does not came from the original deposit. The National Standard of the Peoples Republic of China: GB/T 17670; "Unified Katalogue For Natural Stone" became effective at 01-08-99. Buying natural stones in the P.R. of China directely, you should use the codes of this standard only. In the "Synonyms" field of this database you will find these codes with the annotation (according to GB/T 17670). |
| Location | China (Changle/Fujian province) |
| Synonyms | Changle, Changtaihei, China Impala, China Jasberg, China Nero Impala, D Grey, Dark Barry Grey, Dark Grey, Flake Grey, G3554 (according to GB/T 17670), Impala China, NDG 036, Nero Impala China, Neu Impala, Mundo Grau, New Impala, New Jasberg, Padang Dark, Padang Dunkel, Padang G 654, Padang Scuro, Padanga Dunkel, Palladio Light, Pandang Dark, Pandang Dunkel, Peppercon, Pepperino Dark, Pingnan Zhima Hei, QSN07, Sesame Black, Sesame Grey, Shangai Grey, Snow Flake Grey, TG 36 |
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| Name | G 682 |
| Information | A medium-grained, yellow to pink granite. Technical and physical characteristics: Bulk density: 2,57 - 2,67 kg/dm³, bending strength: 11,25 - 16,2 N/mm², compression breaking load: 114,7 - 160 N/mm², water absorption: 0,499 ?(weight)-%. Tests regarding radio activity gave an emission of 200 nSV/h ( sample from the Abraxas Archive ). Mean ultimate loads for FZP-Anchor (Type M8W, drillhole depth hv = 15 mm): tensile load: 8,1 kN (according to test results of the test laboratory at the Fischerwerke). Mean ultimate loads for FZP-Anchor (Type M6, drillhole depth hv = 12 mm): tensile load: 4,3 kN (according to test results of the test laboratory at the Fischerwerke) Uses: Construction stone, ornamental stone. Obviously there are lots of quarries in the region. The G 682 is different in colour, from pale yellow to darker yellow or with a touch of pink too. The National Standard of the Peoples Republic of China: GB/T 17670; "Unified Katalogue For Natural Stone" became effective at 01-08-99. Buying natural stones in the P.R. of China directely, you should use the codes of this standard only. In the "Synonyms" field of this database you will find these codes with the annotation (according to GB/T 17670). |
| Location | China (Shijing/Fujian province) |
| Synonyms | Dawa Yellow, G1682, G3582 (according to GB/T 17670), Desert Gold, Giallo Fantasia, Giallo Ming, Giallo Padang, Giallo Padang TG 39, Giallo Rustic, Giallo Veneziano, Giallo Yellow, Gold Leaf, Golden Cristal, Golden Crystal, Golden Leaf, Golden Peach, Golden Sand, Golden Yellow, Granit Ming Yellow, Gsg682, HA17, HSG 682, Juperana Royal, Light Golden Sand, Ming Yellow, NDG 050, Padang Amarillo, Padang Gelb, Padang Giallo, Padang Giallo TG - 39, Padang Rost, Padang Yellow, QSN10, Rust, Rust Beauty, Rust Stone, Rust Yellow, Rustic Stone, Rustic Yello, Rustic Yellow, Rusty Yellow, Shijing, Shijing Xiushi, Stone Yellow, Sunset Gold, Tan Sand, Tan Yellow, WG082, Yellow Rusty, Yellow Sand, Yellow Star, TG 39 |
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| Name | G 684 |
| Information | A black basalt or gabbro. Technical and physical characteristics: Bulk density: 2,69 kg/dm³, bending strength: 24,90 N/mm², compression breaking load: 203,20 N/mm². Tests regarding radio activity gave an emission of 130 nSV/h ( sample from the Abraxas Archive ). Mean ultimate loads for FZP-Anchor (Type M6, drillhole depth hv = 12 mm): tensile load: 7,7 kN (according to test results of the test laboratory at the Fischerwerke) Reference: Duesseldorf airport/Germany (flooring). Uses: Ornamental stone, available are medium-sized blocks and slabs only. The National Standard of the Peoples Republic of China: GB/T 17670; "Unified Katalogue For Natural Stone" became effective at 01-08-99. Buying natural stones in the P.R. of China directely, you should use the codes of this standard only. In the "Synonyms" field of this database you will find these codes with the annotation (according to GB/T 17670). This stone internationally may be nominated as a granite. For the US- and Chinese market this is correct according to ASTM C 119 resp. GB/T 17670. But in the area of application of the European Standard (EN) this stone must be nominated as basalt or gabbro because the EN 12440 demands a scientific terminology for the denomination of natural stones, determined with a petrografic examination according to EN 12407 and 4.2 of prEN 12670. In case of doubt please ask your supplier. |
| Location | China (Fuding/Fujian province) |
| Synonyms | Absolute Black, Beauty Black, Black Basalt, Black Beauty, Black on Black, Black Pearl, Black Rain, China Black, Diamond Black, Dirty Black, ER 381, Fudin Black, Fuding Black, Fuding Hei, Fujian Black, Funding Black, G3518 (according to GB/T 17670), G 139, G 3518, Padang 684, Padang Black, Padang Green, Padang Gruen, Padang Nero, Padang Schwarz, Padanga Green, Palladio Dark, Panda Black, Pearl Black, QSN14, Schwarzer Basalt, Twilight |
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| Name | Galala |
| Information | A yellow-beige limestone with fossil fragments ( nummulites ). Uses: Construction stone, ornamental stone. This stone internationally may be nominated as a marble. For the US- and Chinese market this is correct according to ASTM C 119 resp. GB/T 17670. But in the area of application of the European Standard (EN) this stone must be nominated as limestone because the EN 12440 demands a scientific terminology for the denomination of natural stones, determined with a petrografic examination according to EN 12407 and 4.2 of prEN 12670. In case of doubt please ask your supplier. |
| Location | Egypt |
| Synonyms | Galalah, Gallala, Glala, Royal Beige |
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| Name | Giallo Veneziano |
| Information | A medium- to coarse-grained, ochre-yellow to golden-brown, also light pink gneiss ( pegmatitic orthogneiss ) of the Precambrian period, with biotite and garnet, Italian "giallo" = yellow. Mineral distribution on the average: microperthitic microcline: 45%, quartz: 30%, oligoclase: 16%, biotite: 5%, accessories: 4%. Technical and physical characteristics: Bulk density according to ABNT NBR 12.766: 2,629 kg/dm³, bending strength according to ABNT NBR 12.763: 17,79 N/mm², compression breaking load according to ABNT NBR 12.767: 117,10 N/mm², abrasion resistance according to ABNT NBR 12.042 (Amsler): 0,95 mm, water absorption according to ABNT NBR 12.766: 0,32%, frost resistant, polish constant. Uses: Building stone, ornamental stone. This stone internationally may be nominated as a granite. For the US- and Chinese market this is correct according to ASTM C 119 resp. GB/T 17670. But in the area of application of the European Standard (EN) this stone must be nominated as gneiss because the EN 12440 demands a scientific terminology for the denomination of natural stones, determined with a petrografic examination according to EN 12407 and 4.2 of prEN 12670. In case of doubt please ask your supplier. |
| Location | Brazil (quarry RN 000232/Zona di Pipinuque/Corrego de Agua Preta/Nova Venecia/Espirito Santo) |
| Synonyms | Amarello Veneciano, Amarelo Venecia, Amarelo Veneciano, Amarelo Veneziano, Giallo Venecciano, Giallo Venecia, Giallo Veneciano, Giallo Venetano, Giallo Venetiano, Giallo Venezia, Giallo Veniziano, Gialo Veneziano, Golden Venecia, Juparana Venecia, Juparana Venezia, Juperana Venezia, Korall Gelb, Venecia Amarelo, Venetian Gold, Venezia Amarelo, Yellow Venezia |
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| Name | Gris Quintana |
| Information | Commercial name (according to European Standard EN 12440 addendum A) for a medium-grained, constant light grey granite ( granodiorite ) of the Carboniferous period, Spanish "gris" = grey. Essentials: quartz, orthoclase, plagioclase, biotite; secondary minerals resp. accessories: apatite, zircone, titanite, chlorite, mafite. Technical and physical characteristics: Bulk density: 2,66 kg/dm³, bending strength: 10 - 10,2 N/mm², compression breaking load: 138 N/mm², water absorption: 0,25 weight-%, frost resistant, polish constant. Tests regarding radio activity gave an emission of 170 nSV/h ( sample from the Abraxas Archive ). References: Gran Via/Bilbao/Spain; Avenida del Paralelo/Barcelona/Spain; Plaza de Sta. Teresa/Avila/Spain. Uses: Construction stone, ornamental stone. |
| Location | Spain (Quintana la Serena/Badajoz/Extremadura) |
| Synonyms | Blanco Sisan, Quintana |
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| Name | Himalaya |
| Information | A grey-black migmatite of the Precambrian period, with pink to pink-grey decoration. Technical and physical characteristics: Bulk density: 2,685 kg/dm³, bending strength: 17,85 N/mm², compression breaking load: 220,73 N/mm², water absorption: 0,14 weight-%. Uses: Construction stone, ornamental stone. This stone internationally may be nominated as a granite. For the US- and Chinese market this is correct according to ASTM C 119 resp. GB/T 17670. But in the area of application of the European Standard (EN) this stone must be nominated as migmatite because the EN 12440 demands a scientific terminology for the denomination of natural stones, determined with a petrografic examination according to EN 12407 and 4.2 of prEN 12670. In case of doubt please ask your supplier. |
| Location | India (Koppal, Kuknur/Karnataka/West- and Eastghats) |
| Synonyms | Himalaya Blue, Himalaian Blue, Himalaya Blau, Himalayan Blue, Himilayan Blue, Hymalaian Blue, Hymalaya Blue |
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| Name | Impala |
| Information | A dark grey gabbro / norite of the Precambrian period. Essentials: Feldspar, pyroxene, hornblende, quartz, predominant are dark minerals. Technical and physical characteristics: Bulk density: 2,84 - 2,99 kg/dm³, bending strength: 21,58 - 26,2 N/mm², compression breaking load: 220,70 - 259,97 N/mm², water absorption: 0,08 - 0,32 weight-%, frost resistant. Uses: Construction stone, ornamental stone since about 1945. Tests regarding radio activity gave an emission of 160 nSV/h ( sample from the Abraxas Archive ). Mean ultimate loads for FZP-Anchor (Type M8W, drillhole depth hv = 15 mm): tensile load: 13,6 kN (according to test results of the test laboratory at the Fischerwerke) Reference: Haus Sommer, Pariser Platz 1 at Berlin/Germany. There are several quarries in the Bosspruit region, available are the sorts Impala Light + Impala Medium + Impala Dark. There are recently some floorings of Impala, loosing the polish within a very short time. That's why it's advisible to use only honed tiles for flooring. This stone internationally may be nominated as a granite. For the US- and Chinese market this is correct according to ASTM C 119 resp. GB/T 17670. But in the area of application of the European Standard (EN) this stone must be nominated as gabbro / norite because the EN 12440 demands a scientific terminology for the denomination of natural stones, determined with a petrografic examination according to EN 12407 and 4.2 of prEN 12670. In case of doubt please ask your supplier. |
| Location | South Africa (the Bosspruit region/Rustenburg/Northwest) |
| Synonyms | Africa Impala, Africa Rustemberg, African Impala, Afrika Schwarz, Black Impala, Diorit Impala, Eagle Black, Granit Impala, Impala Black, Impala Gabbro, Impala Granit, Impala KM, Impala Negro, Impala Nero, Impala Schwarz, Impala-Granit, Jasberg, Maricana, Marikana, Marikana Black, Negro Impala, Negro Rustemberg, Negro Rustemburg, Negro Rustenberg, Negro Sudafrica, Nero Africa, Nero Africa Impala, Nero Afrika, Nero Afrika Impala, Nero Impala, Nero Impala Africa, Nero Impala Afrika, Nero Rustemberg, Noir Afrique, Preto Impala, Preto SK, Rustemberg, Rustemberg Black, Rustemburg, Rustenberg, Rustenberg Grey, Rustenberg Impala, Rustenburg, Rustenburg Grey, Rustenburg Impala |
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| Name | Imperial White |
| Information | A white, partly light pink gneiss of the Precambrian period, frost resistant, polish constant. Technical and physical characteristics: Bulk density: 2,58 - 2,72 kg/dm³, bending strength: 6,0 - 11,4 N/mm², compression breaking load: 149,9 - 189,3 N/mm², abrasion resistance: 1,31 mm, water absorption: 0,40 - 0,44 weight-%. Uses: Construction stone, ornamental stone. Obviously there are several quarries in this region, the spread of colour and texture is quite wide. |
| Location | India (Edapadi/Salem/Eastghats/West- and Eastghats, Tippu/Chennai, the former Madras/Tamil Nadu) |
| Synonyms | Bianco Imperial White, Irish Cream, Juparana Avorio, Tippo White, Tippu White, Tipu White |
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| Name | Jacaranda |
| Information | A red migmatite of the Precambrian period. Technical and physical characteristics: Bulk density: 2,39 - 2,70 kg/dm³, bending strength: 12,95 - 21 N/mm², compression breaking load: 274 - 256 N/mm², water absorption: 0,22 - 0,35 weight-%, frost resistant, polish constant. Uses: Ornamental stone. Jacaranda is very similar or identical with Cobra. The spread of texture of Jacaranda is very wide. A small sample is mostly not representative. To get an impression, pictures of large slabs or of finished projects should be presented to the customer. This stone internationally may be nominated as a granite. For the US- and Chinese market this is correct according to ASTM C 119 resp. GB/T 17670. But in the area of application of the European Standard (EN) this stone must be nominated as migmatite because the EN 12440 demands a scientific terminology for the denomination of natural stones, determined with a petrografic examination according to EN 12407 and 4.2 of prEN 12670. In case of doubt please ask your supplier. |
| Location | Brazil (the Campo Belo region/Minas Gerais) |
| Synonyms | Cobra Red, Jacaranda Cobra, Jacaranda Red, Jakaranda, Jaquaranda, Red Jacaranda, Vermelho Jacaranda |
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| Name | Jerusalem Stone |
| Information | A pale yellow limestone of Cenozoic age. Technical and physical characteristics: Bulk density: 2,627 kg/dm³, bending strength: 7,85 N/mm², compression breaking load: 76,42 N/mm². Reference: The antique temple of Jerusalem/Israel. Uses: Construction stone, ornamental stone. There are several sorts and trade names, s. Antique Gold + Desert Gold + Desert Gray + Hebron Bone + Jerusalem Gold + Yatta Pink. This stone internationally may be nominated as a marble. For the US- and Chinese market this is correct according to ASTM C 119 resp. GB/T 17670. But in the area of application of the European Standard (EN) this stone must be nominated as limestone because the EN 12440 demands a scientific terminology for the denomination of natural stones, determined with a petrografic examination according to EN 12407 and 4.2 of prEN 12670. In case of doubt please ask your supplier. |
| Location | Israel (Jerusalen region) |
| Synonyms | Gerusalem Stone, Jerusalem, Jerusalem Limestone, Jerusalem Stein, Jeruzalem Stone, Jerusalemstein, Jerusalemstone, Limestone Gerusalemme, Stone of Jerusalem |
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| Name | Juparana Colombo |
| Information | An ochre-yellow, yellowish-brown or pink-yellow migmatitic gneiss of the Precambrian period. Technical and physical characteristics: Bulk density: 2,562 - 2,646 kg/dm³, bending strength: 11,77 - 14,91 N/mm², compression breaking load: 157,9 - 160,9 ?(233) N/mm², water absorption: 0,18 - 0,32 weight-%. Uses: Construction stone, ornamental stone. This stone internationally may be nominated as a granite. For the US- and Chinese market this is correct according to ASTM C 119 resp. GB/T 17670. But in the area of application of the European Standard (EN) this stone must be nominated as gneiss because the EN 12440 demands a scientific terminology for the denomination of natural stones, determined with a petrografic examination according to EN 12407 and 4.2 of prEN 12670. In case of doubt please ask your supplier. The spread of texture of Juparana Colombo is very wide. A small sample is mostly not representative. To get an impression, pictures of large slabs or of finished projects should be presented to the customer. |
| Location | India (Managparai, Togalmalai/Tamil Nadu/West- and Eastghats); other authorities say: Sri Lanka (Homagama) |
| Synonyms | Colombo Jubarana, Colombo Juparana, Colombo Juparna, Colombo Juperana, Colombo Juprana, Jup Colombo, Juparan Colombo, Juparana Columbo, Juparane Colombo, Juparana Columbo, Juparna Colombo, Juperana-Colombo, Juperana Colombo, Juprana Colombo, Mauve Juparana |
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| Name | Jura Gelb |
| Information | A brown-beige limestone of the Jurassic period ( Malm ), with white spots, belongs to the Jura Marmor. Technical and physical characteristics: Bulk density: 2,61 kg/dm³, bending strength: 13,8 - 14,1 N/mm², compression breaking load: 146 N/mm², water absorption: 1,1 weight-%, abrasion resistance: 21,6 cm³/50 cm² (according to Boehme), polish constant only inside. Mean ultimate loads for FZP-Anchor (Type M8W, drillhole depth hv = 15 mm): tensile load: 6,5 kN, shear load: 10,1 kN (according to test results of the test laboratory at the Fischerwerke) Uses: Construction stone, ornamental stone. Available are two sorts: Jura Gelb Gebaendert + Jura Gelb Gebluemt. This stone internationally may be nominated as a marble. For the US- and Chinese market this is correct according to ASTM C 119 resp. GB/T 17670. But in the area of application of the European Standard (EN) this stone must be nominated as limestone because the EN 12440 demands a scientific terminology for the denomination of natural stones, determined with a petrografic examination according to EN 12407 and 4.2 of prEN 12670. In case of doubt please ask your supplier. |
| Location | Germany (Pappenheim, Solnhofen, Treuchtlingen, Gundelsheim, Weissenburg, Moehre/Mittelfranken) |
| Synonyms | Deutsch Gelb, Gold Limestone, Hampton Beige, Juragelb, Jura Beige, Jura Deutschgelb, Jura Geel, Jura Giallo, Jura Yellow, Jura-Gelb, Lotos, Pietra del Giura Gialla, Teuchtlinger Marmor, Treuchtlinger Kalkstein, Treuchtlinger Marmor |
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| Name | Jura Grau |
| Information | A grey limestone of the Jurassic period, belongs to the Jura Marmor. Technical and physical characteristics: Bulk density: 2,60 kg/dm³, bending strength: 13,8 - 17 N/mm², compression breaking load: 146 - 158 N/mm², water absorption: 0,44 weight-%, abrasion resistance: 21,6 cm³/50 cm² (according to Boehme), restricted frost resistant, polish constant only inside. Tests regarding radio activity gave an emission of 190 nSV/h ( sample from the Abraxas Archive ). Reference: Colosseo at Frankfurt/Hessen/Germany (flooring). Uses: Construction stone, ornamental stone. This stone internationally may be nominated as a marble. For the US- and Chinese market this is correct according to ASTM C 119 resp. GB/T 17670. But in the area of application of the European Standard (EN) this stone must be nominated as limestone because the EN 12440 demands a scientific terminology for the denomination of natural stones, determined with a petrografic examination according to EN 12407 and 4.2 of prEN 12670. In case of doubt please ask your supplier. |
| Location | Germany (Pappenheim, Solnhofen, Treuchtlingen, Gundelsheim, Weissenburg, Moehre/Mittelfranken) |
| Synonyms | Blue Limestone, Giura Blue Gray, Hampton Gray, Jura Blauw, Jura Blue Grey, Jura Grau Gebluemt, Jura Grau Blau, Jura Graublau, Jura Graublau Dunkel, Jura Graublau Hell, Jura Gray, Jura Grey, Jura Grey/Blue, Jura Grigio, Jura Grijs, Jura Grijsblauw, Teuchtlinger Marmor, Treuchtlinger Kalkstein, Treuchtlinger Marmor |
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| Name | Kashmir Gold |
| Information | A yellow-brown granulite with some single, brown-red garnets. Technical and physical characteristics: Bulk density: 2,621 kg/dm³, bending strength: 15,30 N/mm², compression breaking load: 204,24 N/mm², water absorption: 0,45 %. Tests regarding radio activity gave an emission of 180 nSV/h ( sample from the Abraxas Archive ). Uses: Construction stone, ornamental stone. Available are a dark and a light type too, see Kashmir Gold Chiaro + Kashmir Gold Scuro. This stone internationally may be nominated as a granite. For the US- and Chinese market this is correct according to ASTM C 119 resp. GB/T 17670. But in the area of application of the European Standard (EN) this stone must be nominated as granulite because the EN 12440 demands a scientific terminology for the denomination of natural stones, determined with a petrografic examination according to EN 12407 and 4.2 of prEN 12670. In case of doubt please ask your supplier. |
| Location | India |
| Synonyms | Cachmere Gold, Cachmere Golden, Cashmere Gold, Cashmir Gold, Gold Cachemire, Kashmir Gold, Kashmire Gold, Kasmir Gold |
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| Name | Kashmir White |
| Information | A fine- to medium-grained, dark white to light grey, migmatitic granulite of the Precambrian period, with blackberry-coloured garnets. Technical and physical characteristics: Bulk density: 2,47 -2,70 kg/dm³, bending strength: 10,3 - 13,44 N/mm², compression breaking load: 174,6 - 202 ?(281,2) N/mm², abrasion resistance: 1,15 mm, water absorption: 0,33 - 0,46 weight-%, frost resistant, polish constant. Mean ultimate loads for FZP-Anchor (Type M6, drillhole depth hv = 12 mm): tensile load: 4,3 kN (according to test results of the test laboratory at the Fischerwerke). Uses: Ornamental stone and for decorative craft objects. The spread of texture and color of Kashmir White is very wide, obviously there are several quarries in the region. This stone internationally may be nominated as a granite. For the US- and Chinese market this is correct according to ASTM C 119 resp. GB/T 17670. But in the area of application of the European Standard (EN) this stone must be nominated as granulite because the EN 12440 demands a scientific terminology for the denomination of natural stones, determined with a petrografic examination according to EN 12407 and 4.2 of prEN 12670. In case of doubt please ask your supplier. |
| Location | India (Melur/MaduraiTamil Nadu) |
| Synonyms | Bianco Kashmere White, Bianco Kashmir White, Cachemire, Cachemire White, Cashemire White, Cashmeere White, Cashmere White, Cashmir White, Cashmire White, Casmire White, Kaishmir White, Kaschmire White, Kashimir White, Kashmere White, Kashmir Weiss, Kashmire White, Kasmir White, Kasmiere White, WG204, White Kashmir, White Kasmir |
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| Name | Kinawa |
| Information | A salmon-red migmatite of the Precambrian period, with small, grey, folded bands. Mineral distribution on the average in vol.-%: Quartz: 35, plagioclase: 40, microcline: 20, biotite: 4, + accessories. Technical and physical characteristics: Bulk density: 2,614 - 2,64 kg/dm³, bending strength: 17 - 22,27 N/mm², compression breaking load: 169,42 - 194,4 N/mm², water absorption: 0,09 - 0,14 weight-%, frost resistant, polish constant. Tests regarding radio activity gave an emission of 170 nSV/h ( sample from the Abraxas Archive ). Reference: Celtis-Haus/Nuernberg/Bayern/Germany Uses: Ornamental stone, available since about 1987. This stone internationally may be nominated as a granite. For the US- and Chinese market this is correct according to ASTM C 119 resp. GB/T 17670. But in the area of application of the European Standard (EN) this stone must be nominated as migmatite because the EN 12440 demands a scientific terminology for the denomination of natural stones, determined with a petrografic examination according to EN 12407 and 4.2 of prEN 12670. In case of doubt please ask your supplier. The spread of texture of migmatites is very wide. A small sample is mostly not representative. To get an impression, pictures of large slabs or of finished projects should be presented to the customer |
| Location | Brazil (Fazenda Casa Nova/Ruy Barbosa/Bahia/Nordeste) |
| Synonyms | China Juparana, Oceano, Juparana China, Juparana Cina, Kinava, Kinawa Classic, Kinawa Classical, Kinawa Classico, Kinawa Granit, Kinawa Rosa, Kinawa Rose |
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| Name | Kuru Grey |
| Information | Commercial name (according to European Standard EN 12440 addendum A) for a fine-grained, medium grey granite of the Precambrian period. Mineral distribution on the average: orthoclase: 36%, quartz: 35%, plagioclase: 21%, accessories: 8%. Technical and physical characteristics: Bulk density: 2,660 kg/dm³, bending strength: 24,5 - 25 N/mm², compression breaking load: 294 - 300 N/mm², water absorption: 0,11 weight-%, frost resistant, polish constant. Uses: Construction stone, ornamental stone. Exploitation since the beginning of the 20th century. |
| Location | Finland (Niemenkylae, Kuru, Tampere, Kapee) |
| Synonyms | Kuru, Kuru Gra, Kuru Grau, Kuru Gray, Kurun Harmaa, Tampere |
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| Name | Lavanda Blue |
| Information | A light blue orthogneiss of the Precambrian period, partly with red garnets, black mica, cordierite too. Technical and physical characteristics: Bulk density: 2,635 - 2,72 kg/dm³, bending strength: 11,77 - 12,16 N/mm², compression breaking load: 182,96 - 188,4 N/mm², water absorption: 0,16 - 0,20 weight-%, rost resistant, polish constant. Mean ultimate loads for FZP-Anchor (Type M8, drillhole depth hv = 15 mm): tensile load: 9,6 kN (according to test results of the test laboratory at the Fischerwerke). Tests regarding radio activity gave an emission of 240 nSV/h ( sample from the Abraxas Archive ). Uses: Ornamental stone. Obviously there are several quarries, there is a spread of colour and texture, s.a. Lavanda Dark + Lavanda Light. This stone internationally may be nominated as a granite. For the US- and Chinese market this is correct according to ASTM C 119 resp. GB/T 17670. But in the area of application of the European Standard (EN) this stone must be nominated as gneiss because the EN 12440 demands a scientific terminology for the denomination of natural stones, determined with a petrografic examination according to EN 12407 and 4.2 of prEN 12670. In case of doubt please ask your supplier. |
| Location | India (Palli/Brahmapur/Orissa) |
| Synonyms | Bengalblue, Bengal Blue, Blue Orissa, Blue Orissa India, Blue Orizza, Lanvanda Blue, Lavande Blue, Lavander Blue, Lavendar Blue, Lavender Blue, Lavendula Blue, Lawender Blue, Orissa, Orissa Blu, Orissa Blue, Orissablue, Orissan Blue, Samanta Blue, Samantha Blu, Samantha Blue |
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| Name | Marron Emperador |
| Information | Commercial name (according to European Standard EN 12440 addendum A) for a dark brown limestone breccia with small calcite veins, Spanish "marron" = brown. CaO: 40,8%, MgO: 12,6%, quartz: 0,32%. Technical and physical characteristics: Bulk density: 2,65 kg/dm³, compression breaking load: 156,67 N/mm², water absorption: 0,4 vol.-%. Tests regarding radio activity gave an emission of 180 nSV/h ( sample from the Abraxas Archive ). Uses: Ornamental stone. Because having a tendency to break, the random slabs are often strenghtened with glass fibre-armed resin. This stone internationally may be nominated as a marble. For the US- and Chinese market this is correct according to ASTM C 119 resp. GB/T 17670. But in the area of application of the European Standard (EN) this stone must be nominated as limestone because the EN 12440 demands a scientific terminology for the denomination of natural stones, determined with a petrografic examination according to EN 12407 and 4.2 of prEN 12670. In case of doubt please ask your supplier. |
| Location | Spain (Villena/Alicante/Valencia) ?(Bunol) |
| Synonyms | Brown Emperador, Emperador Braun, Emperador Marron, Marrom Emperador, Marron Emperador Macael |
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| Name | Moca Creme |
| Information | Commercial name (according to European Standard EN 12440 addendum A) for a brown-beige limestone of the Jurassic period, with fossils (shell fragments), Portuguese "creme" = cream. Technical and physical characteristics: Bulk density: 2,433 kg/dm³, bending strength: 17,3 N/mm², compression breaking load: 74,6 - 78,1 N/mm², water absorption: 3,6 %, polish constant only inside. Reference: Gerling-Ring-Karree, Koeln/Germany (flooring 2,000 m², architect Sir Norman Foster). Uses: Construction stone, ornamental stone. There a three sorts with different grain size ( Moca Crema Grao Fino + Moca Crema Grao Grosso + Moca Crema Grao Medio ). This stone internationally may be nominated as a marble. For the US- and Chinese market this is correct according to ASTM C 119 resp. GB/T 17670. But in the area of application of the European Standard (EN) this stone must be nominated as limestone because the EN 12440 demands a scientific terminology for the denomination of natural stones, determined with a petrografic examination according to EN 12407 and 4.2 of prEN 12670. In case of doubt please ask your supplier. |
| Location | Portugal (Alcanede/Santarem/Santarem); other authorities say Porto de Mos/Leiria |
| Synonyms | Classic Cream, Creme Mocca, Creme Mokka, Limestone Mocca Creme, Limestone Moka Creme, Mocca Cream, Mocca Creme, Moca Cream, Moca Crem, Moca Crema, Mocha Cream, Mocha Crema, Mocha Creme, Moka Cream, Moka Cream Limestone, Moka Creme |
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| Name | Mondariz |
| Information | Commercial name (according to European Standard EN 12440 addendum A) for a medium- to coarse-grained, grey-pink biotite granite of the Carboniferous period, partly with xenolites. Essentials: quartz, microcline, oligoclase, biotite; secondary minerals resp. accessories: titanite, apatite, zircone, chlorite, sericite, mafite. Technical and physical characteristics: Bulk density: 2,64 kg/dm³, bending strength: 15,00 N/mm², compression breaking load: 108,00 N/mm², water absorption: 0,30 weight-%, abrasion resistance: 8,8 cm³/50 cm² (according to Boehme), frost resistant, polish constant. Mean ultimate loads for FZP-Anchor (Type M8, drillhole depth hv = 15 mm): tensile load: 8,2 kN (according to test results of the test laboratory at the Fischerwerke). Uses: Ornamental stone in- and outside, s.a. Gris Mondariz + Rosa Mondariz Reference: Two Prudential Plaza/Chicago/IL/USA. There are several quarries in the Mondariz and Salvatierra region and several commercial names, the colour of the feldspar is a little different (pink or with a touch of brown). |
| Location | Spain (Mondariz and Salvatierra region/Provincia de Pontevedra/Galicia - near the border to Portugal - ) |
| Synonyms | Granito No. 3, C. Julia, Crem Julia, Crema Julia, Mondaritz, Mondariz Graniet |
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| Name | Multicolor Red |
| Information | A red-grey-brown migmatite of the Precambrian period. Technical and physical characteristics: Bulk density: 2,600 - 2,720 kg/dm³, bending strength: 16,08 - 18,05 N/mm², compression breaking load: 147 - 240,34 N/mm², water absorption: 0,22 - 0,35 weight-%. Uses: Construction stone, ornamental stone. This stone internationally may be nominated as a granite. For the US- and Chinese market this is correct according to ASTM C 119 resp. GB/T 17670. But in the area of application of the European Standard (EN) this stone must be nominated as migmatite because the EN 12440 demands a scientific terminology for the denomination of natural stones, determined with a petrografic examination according to EN 12407 and 4.2 of prEN 12670. In case of doubt please ask your supplier. |
| Location | India (Kanakapura/Bangalore/Karnataka) |
| Synonyms | Cardinal, GA 413, India Red, India-Rot, Indian Multicolor, Indian Red, Multi Colour Red, Multi-Colour Red, Multicolor, Multicolor Indiano Rosso, Multicolor Rood, Multicolor Rosso, Multicolor Rot, Multicolor Rot India, Multicolour, Multicolour Red, Multicoulor Rot, Multy-Colour Rot, Red Multi, Red Mulri Color, Red Multicolor, Red Multicolour, Rojo Multicolor, Rosso India, Rosso Multicolor, Rouge Multicolor, WG205 |
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| Name | Negro Marquina |
| Information | Commercial name (according to European Standard EN 12440 addendum A) for a black limestone of the Carboniferous period, with white calcite veins and fossil fragments ( rudistes and corals ), Spanish "negro" = black. CaO: 53,90%, quartz: 0,01%. Technical and physical characteristics: Bulk density: 2,680 - 2,710 kg/dm³, bending strength: 13,44 - 13,93 N/mm², compression breaking load: ?(50,2 - 61,7) 111,83 - 115,76 N/mm², water absorption: 0,17 - 0,22 weight-%, frost resistant, polish constant only inside. Uses: Ornamental stone inside, low hardness, it's not advisible to use polished tiles for flooring. Because having a tendency to break, the random slabs are often strenghtened with glass fibre-armed resin. This stone internationally may be nominated as a marble. For the US- and Chinese market this is correct according to ASTM C 119 resp. GB/T 17670. But in the area of application of the European Standard (EN) this stone must be nominated as limestone because the EN 12440 demands a scientific terminology for the denomination of natural stones, determined with a petrografic examination according to EN 12407 and 4.2 of prEN 12670. In case of doubt please ask your supplier. |
| Location | Spain (Aulestia, Marquina/Markina/Vizcaya/Pais Vasco) |
| Synonyms | Black Markina, Black Marquina, Black Marquinia, Marquina, Marquinia, Marquinia Marble, Negro Bilbao, Negro Markina, Negro Marqina, Negro Marquino, Nero Bilbao, Nero Maraquina, Nero Marqina, Nero Marquina, Nero Marquina Venato, Nero Marquine, Nero Marquinia, Noir Marquina, Prete Marquinia, Preto Marquina, Spanisch Schwarz, Spanish Black |
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| Name | Nero Assoluto Zimbabwe |
| Information | A fine-grained, black gabbro / norite, Italian "nero assoluto" = absolutely black. Technical and physical characteristics: Bulk density: 2,995 - 3,090 kg/dm³, bending strength: 23,50 - 29 N/mm², compression breaking load: 240,00 - 252,41 ?(428) N/mm², water absorption: 0,12 - 0,16 weight-%. Mean ultimate loads for FZP-Anchor (Type M8, drillhole depth hv = 15 mm): tensile load: 18,7 kN (according to test results of the test laboratory at the Fischerwerke). Reference: Gramercy Plaza/Torrence/CA/USA. Uses: Construction stone, ornamental stone, available since 1971. This stone internationally may be nominated as a granite. For the US- and Chinese market this is correct according to ASTM C 119 resp. GB/T 17670. But in the area of application of the European Standard (EN) this stone must be nominated as gabbro / norite because the EN 12440 demands a scientific terminology for the denomination of natural stones, determined with a petrografic examination according to EN 12407 and 4.2 of prEN 12670. In case of doubt please ask your supplier. |
| Location | Zimbabwe (Mashonoland) |
| Synonyms | Absolute Black Zimbabwe, Black Zimbabwe, Negro Zimbabwe, Nero Assoluto Z, Nero Zimbabwe, Noir Zimbabwe, Zimbabwe, Zimbabwe Black, Zimbabwe-Black |
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| Name | Papagaios Black |
| Information | A black-grey slate, polishing possible. |
| Location | Brazil (quarry RN 000277, RN000282, RN000286, RN 000291, RN 000292, RN 000297, RN 000302, RN 000307, RN 000311, RN 000316/Serra da Boa Vista/Papagaios/Minas Gerais) |
| Synonyms | Ardesia, Ardosia Preta, Ardosia Preta TP, Black Cleft, Black Panther, Black Slate, Black Slate Mustang, Greyhound Black, Greyhound-Black, Montauk Black, Mustag, Mustang Black, Mustang Schiefer, Mustang Schwarz, Mustang Slate, Mustang-Schiefer, Mustangschiefer, Panter Black, Panther Black |
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| Name | Paradiso |
| Information | A purple-brown migmatite of the Precambrian period. Technical and physical characteristics: Bulk density: 2,642 kg/dm³, bending strength: 10 - 12 N/mm², compression breaking load: 150 - 185 N/mm², frost resistant, polish constant. Uses: Construction stone, ornamental stone. Available are two sorts: Paradiso Bash + Paradiso Classico. This stone internationally may be nominated as a granite. For the US- and Chinese market this is correct according to ASTM C 119 resp. GB/T 17670. But in the area of application of the European Standard (EN) this stone must be nominated as migmatite because the EN 12440 demands a scientific terminology for the denomination of natural stones, determined with a petrografic examination according to EN 12407 and 4.2 of prEN 12670. In case of doubt please ask your supplier. The spread of texture of Paradiso is very wide. A small sample is mostly not representative. To get an impression, pictures of large slabs or of finished projects should be presented to the customer. |
| Location | India (Uthangere/Krishnagiri/Eastghats/Tamil Nadu/West- and Eastghats) |
| Synonyms | Paradisio, Paradiso Purple, Paradisso, Pradiso, WG207 |
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| Name | Perlato Sicilia |
| Information | A beige limestone of the Eocene period ( other authorities say Cretaceous ), with brown stylolitic veins, Italian "perlato" = pearly. Technical and physical characteristics: Bulk density: 2,69 kg/dm³, bending strength: 13,6 N/mm², compression breaking load: 196,4 - 204,8 N/mm², water absorption: 0,25 weight-%, abrasion resistance: 0,57 mm (according to Amsler), not frost resistant, polish constant only inside. Reference: Al Fulaii Al Quarain Housing Project/Kuwait. Uses: Construction stone, ornamental stone. Perlato Sicilia is Sicily's most important construction stone, at time (2004) there are about 200 quarries of nearly 50 companies. There is Perlatino Sicilia too, with a finer texture. The European Standard: EN 12440 "Natural stone - Denomination criteria" became effective at 2000, September 30th. In the "Synonyms" field of this database you will find the trade names of addendum A with the annotation (according to EN 12440, addendum A). This stone internationally may be nominated as a marble. For the US- and Chinese market this is correct according to ASTM C 119 resp. GB/T 17670. But in the area of application of the European Standard (EN) this stone must be nominated as limestone because the EN 12440 demands a scientific terminology for the denomination of natural stones, determined with a petrografic examination according to EN 12407 and 4.2 of prEN 12670. In case of doubt please ask your supplier. |
| Location | Italy (Custonaci/Erice/Trapani/Sicilia) |
| Synonyms | Creme Perla, Dolcetto Perlato, Pearl Beige, Perlato d'Italia, Perlato di Sicilia (according to EN 12440, addendum A), Perlato Fiorito, Perlatto di Sicilia, Perlatto Sicilia |
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| Name | Petit Granit |
| Information | Commercial name (according to European Standard EN 12440 addendum A) for a compact, grey to black crinoidal limestone of the Carboniferous period, with little, white fossil fragments, ( crinoids ), French "petit" = little. Calcite: 88 - 99 %. Technical and physical characteristics: Bulk density: 2,689 kg/dm³, bending strength: 12,7 N/mm², compression breaking load: 129,2 N/mm², water absorption: 0,31 vol.-%, abrasion resistance: 3,16 mm/100m, frost resistant, polish constant only inside. Uses: Construction stone, ornamental stone and for decorative craft objects, s.a. Ecaussinnes. This stone internationally may be nominated as a marble. For the US- and Chinese market this is correct according to ASTM C 119 resp. GB/T 17670. But in the area of application of the European Standard (EN) this stone must be nominated as limestone because the EN 12440 demands a scientific terminology for the denomination of natural stones, determined with a petrografic examination according to EN 12407 and 4.2 of prEN 12670. In case of doubt please ask your supplier. |
| Location | Belgium (the Ecaussinnes-Soignies region; the Liege region/Luettich-Dianant) |
| Synonyms | Belgian Fossil, Belgian Hardstone, Belgisch Blau, Belgisch Granit, Belgisch Haardsteen, Belgisch Hardsteen, Belgisch Granit, Belgischer Granit, Belgischer Hartstein, Belgium Blue Limestone, Belgium Hardstone, Blaustein aus Belgien, Blaustein aus dem Hennegau, Blauwe Hardsteen, Granit-Belge, Granit Belge, Granit de Flandres, Henegouwse Blausteen, Kalkstein Belgisch Granit, Kalkstein Petit Granit, Petit Granit Belge, Petit Granite, Petit-Granit, Schwarzer Belgischer Granit |
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| Name | Piedra Bateig |
| Information | A yellowish to grey limestone ( partly grading to sandstone ) of the Cretaceous period, Spanish "piedra" = stone. Caused by a higher content of quartz clasts some types of Piedra Bateig are possible grading to sandstone. Technical and physical characteristics: Bulk density: 2,5 kg/dm³, bending strength: 7 N/mm², compression breaking load: 18 N/mm², water absorption: 5,6 weight-%, frost resistant, polishing not possible. References: Kathedral La Almueda/Madrid/Spain; Nolleturm/Berlin/Germany Uses: Construction stone, ornamental stone. Available are several sorts: Bateig Azul + Bateig Blanca + Bateig Llano, see also Piedra Bateig Rojo. |
| Location | Spain (Elda/Alicante/Valencia) |
| Synonyms | Bateig, Ibero Limestone, Piedra de Bateig, Piedra de Novelda, Piedra Elda, Piedra Novelda, Pietra Bateig, Pietra Elda |
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| Name | Porfido Trentino |
| Information | Commercial name (according to European Standard EN 12440 addendum A) for a greenish, violet or dark red rhyolite ( commonly known as porphyry ), several varieties or sorts, Italian "porfido" = porphyry ( rhyolite ). Technical and physical characteristics: Bulk density: 2,54 - 2,55, bending strength: 23,5 - 24,3 N/mm², compression breaking load: 274 - 280 N/mm², water absorption: 0,76 - 0,80 weight-%. abrasion resistance: 0,36 mm (according to Amsler), frost resistant, polish constant (but polish takes pain and is expensive). Uses: Construction stone, ornamental stone, cube, steps, surface mostly natural split, also flammed. Reference: Little church on the Monte Tamaro ( architect Mario Botta ). Available are several sorts extracted out of a lots of quarries. |
| Location | Italy (Albiano - mostly mixed colours - , Baselga di Pie, Camparta - dark red - , Capriana, Cembra, Fornace, Giovo, Lisignago, Lona Lases, Predazzo, St. Mauro de Pine - very thin slabs, natural split - /Provincia di Trento/European Alps/Trentino-Alto Adige) |
| Synonyms | Porfido de Trentino, Porfido del Trentino, Porfido di Trento, Porfido Rosso, Porfido Val d'Adige, Porphyre Trentin, Rosso di Trento, Rosso Trento, Trentiner Porphyr, Trentino Porphyr, Trientinischer Porphyr |
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| Name | Porto |
| Information | A blue-grey to black muscovite sericite slate of Paleozoic age. Technical and physical characteristics: Bulk density: 2,6 - 2,81 kg/dm³, bending strength: 49 -57,1 N/mm², compression breaking load: 48,5 - 64,4N/mm², water absorption: 0,45%, frost resistant. Mean ultimate loads for FZP-Anchor (Type M8, drillhole depth hv = 15 mm): tensile load: 14,5 kN (according to test results of the test laboratory at the Fischerwerke) Uses: Ornamental stone, for roofing and flooring, natural split and honed. Porto is one of the most manufactured slates worldwide. Used as flooring, sensitivity against scatching is typical for slate. In course of time develops, by the assambling of old and new scratching, the homogeneous, slate-typical surface. The European Standard: EN 12440 "Natural stone - Denomination criteria" became effective at 2000, September 30th. In the "Synonyms" field of this database you will find the trade names of addendum A with the annotation (according to EN 12440, addendum A). |
| Location | Portugal (Valongo/Porto) |
| Synonyms | Ardoise de Valongo, Ardoisia de Valongo, Ardosia de Valongo (according to EN 12440, addendum A), Lousa de Valongo (according to EN 12440, addendum A), Porto-Schiefer, Porto Schiefer, Portoschiefer, Portugese Leisteen, Portugiesischer Schiefer, Valongo, Valongo-Schiefer |
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| Name | Rojo Alicante |
| Information | Commercial name (according to European Standard EN 12440 addendum A) for a fine-grained, yellow-red, brown-red to intensive red micritic limestone of the Eocene period ( other authorities say Jurassic ), with two generations of white calcite veins, Spanish "rojo" = red, CaO = 53,5%, quartz: 1,1%. Technical and physical characteristics: Bulk density: 2,70 - 2,71 kg/dm³, bending strength: 8,73 - 12,4 N/mm² compression breaking load: 84,0 - 94,67 N/mm², water absorption: 0,1 - 0,27 %, polish constant only inside. Because having a tendency to break, the random slabs are often strenghtened with glass fibre-armed resin. Reference: 130, Bloor Street/Toronto/Ontario/Canada Uses: Ornamental stone inside. In 2002 eight quarries were active. This stone internationally may be nominated as a marble. For the US- and Chinese market this is correct according to ASTM C 119 resp. GB/T 17670. But in the area of application of the European Standard (EN) this stone must be nominated as limestone because the EN 12440 demands a scientific terminology for the denomination of natural stones, determined with a petrografic examination according to EN 12407 and 4.2 of prEN 12670. In case of doubt please ask your supplier. |
| Location | Spain (Monovar, La Romana, Novelda/Alicante/Valencia) |
| Synonyms | Alicante, Alicante Red, Alicante Rojo, Alicante Rosso, Red Alicante, Roggo Alicante, Rojo Alicante Classical, Rojo Alicata, Rojo Alicente, Rosa Alicante, Rosso Alicante, Rossoalicante, Roter Alicante, Rouge Alicante, Rouge Allicante |
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| Name | Rojo Altamira |
| Information | A fine-grained, red granite of the Precambrian period, Spanish "rojo" = red. Technical and physical characteristics: Bulk density: 2,65 kg/dm³, bending strength: 18,050 - 18,4 N/mm², compression breaking load: 237,794 - 243 N/mm², water absorption: 0,17 vol-%, abrasion resistance: 3,4 mm (unknown test method), frost resistant, polish constant. Uses: Construction stone, ornamental stone |
| Location | Venezuela (Ciudad Guayana/Bolivar) |
| Synonyms | Altamira, Rosso Altamira, Royo Altamira |
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| Name | Rosa Beta |
| Information | Commercial name (according to European Standard EN 12440 addendum A) for a medium- to coarse-grained, grey-pink quartz monzonite of the Carboniferous period. Technical and physical characteristics: Bulk density: 2,63 - 2,65 kg/dm³, bending strength: 11,28 - 13,44 N/mm², compression breaking load: 139 - 191,59 N/mm², water absorption: 0,24 - 0,30 weight-%. Mean ultimate loads for FZP-Anchor (Type M6, drillhole depth hv = 15 mm): tensile load: 8,1 kN (according to test results of the test laboratory at the Fischerwerke). Reference: Three Cristina Center/Wilmington/Delaware/USA. Uses: Construction stone, ornamental stone, one of Italy's most cheapest "granite". Available are several sorts, see also Arzachena + Luogosanto. This stone internationally may be nominated as a granite. For the US- and Chinese market this is correct according to ASTM C 119 resp. GB/T 17670. But in the area of application of the European Standard (EN) this stone must be nominated as quartz monzonite because the EN 12440 demands a scientific terminology for the denomination of natural stones, determined with a petrografic examination according to EN 12407 and 4.2 of prEN 12670. In case of doubt please ask your supplier. |
| Location | Italy (Arzachena, Luogosanto, Tempio Pausania/Sassari/Sardegna) |
| Synonyms | Beta Rosa, Rosa Betta, Rosa-Beta, Rosabeta, Rosa Sardegna Beta, Rosa Sardo B, Rosa Sardo Beta, Rose Beta, Rossa Beta |
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| Name | Rosa Perlino |
| Information | A compact, light pink limestone of the Cretaceous period ( other authorities say Jurassic ), with stylolitic veins. Technical and physical characteristics: Bulk density: 2,69 - 2,71 kg/dm³, bending strength: 9,81 - 12,56 N/mm², compression breaking load: 128 - 185 N/mm², water absorption: 0,11 - 0,185 weight-%, abrasion resistance: 0,64 mm (unknown test method), ?(frost resistant), polish constant only inside. Because having a tendency to break, the random slabs are often strenghtened with glass fibre-armed resin. Reference: The Curtis Center/Philadelphia/Pennsilvania/USA. Uses: Ornamental stone inside. The European Standard: EN 12440 "Natural stone - Denomination criteria" became effective at 2000, September 30th. In the "Synonyms" field of this database you will find the trade names of addendum A with the annotation (according to EN 12440, addendum A). This stone internationally may be nominated as a marble. For the US- and Chinese market this is correct according to ASTM C 119 resp. GB/T 17670. But in the area of application of the European Standard (EN) this stone must be nominated as limestone because the EN 12440 demands a scientific terminology for the denomination of natural stones, determined with a petrografic examination according to EN 12407 and 4.2 of prEN 12670. In case of doubt please ask your supplier. |
| Location | Italy (Asiago, Conco, Valstagna/Provincia di Vicenza/Veneto) |
| Synonyms | Perlino Rosa, Perlino Rosato, Rosa Asiago (according to EN 12440, addendum A), Rosato Perlino |
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| Name | Rosa Porrino |
| Information | Commercial name (according to European Standard EN 12440 addendum A) for a medium- to coarse-grained, pink granite of the Carboniferous period. Essentials: quartz, orthoclase, plagioclase; secondary minerals resp. accessories: zircone, apatite, biotite, sericite, chlorite. Technical and physical characteristics: Bulk density: 2,585 - 2,65 kg/dm³, bending strength: 11,67 - 15,60 N/mm², compression breaking load: 112,71 - 188,4 N/mm², abrasion resistance: 8,8 cm³/50 cm² (according to Boehme), water absorption: 0,19 vol.-%; 0,30 - 0,33 weight-%, frost resistant, polish constant. References: Central European International Bank/Budapest/Hungary; Hapoalim Bank/Tel Aviv/Israel; Bahnhofsvorplatz/Salzburg/Austria ( 15.000 m²); Ministerium des Inneren/Berlin/Germany (10.000 m²); Fist interstate Center/Seattle- architect McKinsley PSC -. Uses: Construction stone, ornamental stone in- and outside. There are several sorts resp. trade names from several quarries, s.a. Rosa Porrino GL + Rosa Porrino M. |
| Location | Spain (big quarry site besides the Highway A9 in Porrino/Provincia de Pontevedra/Galicia - near the border to Portugal - ) |
| Synonyms | Angelina, Granito No. 1, Pink Porino, Pink Porrino, Porinho, Porinno, Porino, Porrhino, Porrino, Rosa Angelina, Rosa Atlantico, Rosa Porina, Rosa Porinho, Rosa Porinio, Rosa Porinnho, Rosa Porrinho, Rosa Pottinho, Rose Porrino, Rosso Porinho, Rosso Porino, Rosso Porrino, Spanish Pink |
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| Name | Rosalia |
| Information | A beige-brown to beige-pink limestone with red stylolitic veins and white calcite veins. Technical and physical characteristics: Bulk density: 2,70 kg/dm³, bending strength: 23,84 N/mm², compression breaking load: 83,29 N/mm², abrasion resistance: 17,5 cm³/50 cm² (according to Boehme), water absorption: 0,09 weight-%. Tests regarding radio activity gave an emission of 160 nSV/h ( sample from the Abraxas Archive ). Uses: Ornamental stone. Available are the sorts Rosalia Light + Rosalia Dark + Rosalia Pink. This stone internationally may be nominated as a marble. For the US- and Chinese market this is correct according to ASTM C 119 resp. GB/T 17670. But in the area of application of the European Standard (EN) this stone must be nominated as limestone because the EN 12440 demands a scientific terminology for the denomination of natural stones, determined with a petrografic examination according to EN 12407 and 4.2 of prEN 12670. In case of doubt please ask your supplier. |
| Location | Turkey (Bilecik) |
| Synonyms | Ararat, Ararat Rosa, Ararat Rosalia, Ararat Rose, Bilecik Rosalya, Crema Patricia, Marmor Ararat Rosa, Rosa Ararat, Rosalia Ararat, Rosalia Cream, Rosalya, Rosemary |
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| Name | Rosso Verona |
| Information | Commercial name (according to European Standard EN 12440 addendum A) for a light- to dark red nodular limestone of the Jurassic period (Lias), with nodules and partly stylolitic veins. Italian "rosso" = red. Technical and physical characteristics: Bulk density: 2,69 - 2,72 kg/dm³, bending strength: 9,3 - 10,3 N/mm², compression breaking load: 150,2 - 160,8 N/mm², water absorption: 0,18 - 0,21 weight-%, abrasion resistance: 3 mm (according to Amsler); 0,60 mm (unknown test method), polish constant only inside. Because having a tendency to break, the random slabs are often strenghtened with glass fibre-armed resin. References: San Zeno/Verona/Italy, Dreifaltigkeitskirche Bern/Switzerland (columns); church at the Malpensa Airport/Milano/Italy (architect: Mario Botta); Cymbalista-Synagogue/Tel Aviv/Israel. Uses: Construction stone, ornamental stone. One of the most manufactured limestones since antiquity. This stone internationally may be nominated as a marble. For the US- and Chinese market this is correct according to ASTM C 119 resp. GB/T 17670. But in the area of application of the European Standard (EN) this stone must be nominated as limestone because the EN 12440 demands a scientific terminology for the denomination of natural stones, determined with a petrografic examination according to EN 12407 and 4.2 of prEN 12670. In case of doubt please ask your supplier. |
| Location | Italy (Caprino Veronese + Cerro Veronese + Erbezzo + Sant'Ambrogio di Valpolicella/Provincia di Verona/Veneto) |
| Synonyms | Red Verona, Rosa Verona, Roso Verona, Rossa Verona, Rosso de Verona, Rosso di Verona, Rouge de Verone, Verona Rosso, Verona Rot |
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| Name | Ruschita |
| Information | A fine- to medium-grained, white, yellowish to pink marble of Mesozoic age, with blue-grey to brown-grey decoration. Technical and physical characteristics: Bulk density: 2,70 - 2,75 kg/dm³, bending strength: 8 N/mm², compression breaking load: 99 N/mm², water absorption: 0,11 vol.-%, abrasion resistance: 19,9 cm³/50 cm² (according to Boehme), frost resistant, polish constant only inside. Uses: Ornamental stone. There are some sorts available ( Ruschita Light Pink + Ruschita Orange + Ruschita Pink + Ruschita White Yellowish + Ruschita Whitish + Ruschita Yellowish ) and there are lots of, partly confusing trade names. There are no parameters for grading the colours. Before ordering ask for a sample ! |
| Location | Romania (Ruschita/Rusca Montana/Caras-Severin) |
| Synonyms | New Portogallo, New Rosa Portogallo, Oxford Pink, Oxford Rose, Rosa Chiara, Rosa Luna, Rosa Transilvania, Ruschita Rose, Ruschitza, Ruscita, Rusita, Ruskicza, Ruszkicza, Rushita, Ruskita, Siebenbürger Marmor |
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| Name | Salisbury Pink |
| Information | A medium-grained, pink gneiss ( orthogneiss ) of the Precambrian period. Technical and physical characteristics: Bulk density: 2,72 - 2,75 kg/dm³, bending strength: 13,05 - 13,44 N/mm², compression breaking load: 185,4 - 188,4 N/mm², water absorption: 0,42 -,046 weight-%. Tests regarding radio activity gave an emission of 140 nSV/h ( sample from the Abraxas Archive ). Uses: Construction stone, ornamental stone. This stone internationally may be nominated as a granite. For the US- and Chinese market this is correct according to ASTM C 119 resp. GB/T 17670. But in the area of application of the European Standard (EN) this stone must be nominated as gneiss because the EN 12440 demands a scientific terminology for the denomination of natural stones, determined with a petrografic examination according to EN 12407 and 4.2 of prEN 12670. In case of doubt please ask your supplier. |
| Location | USA (Salisbury/Rowan County/North Carolina) |
| Synonyms | Bethel Pink, Pink Salisbury, Salesbury, Salisburg Pink, Salisbury |
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| Name | Salome |
| Information | A fine-grained, grey, vivid pink to violet veined marble breccia of the Triassic period. Technical and physical characteristics: Bulk density: 2,73 - 2,74 kg/dm³, bending strength: 17,95 N/mm², compression breaking load: 67,5 - 75,05 N/mm², abrasion resistance: 18,7 - 25 cm³/50 cm², water absorption: 0,1 - 0,2 weight-%. Tests regarding radio activity gave an emission of 140 up to 150 nSV/h ( samples from the Abraxas Archive ). Uses: Ornamental stone ( texture and colour are wide-spread, within a single consignment too ). There are some quarries and sorts, resp. trade names, s. Leopar + Salome Burgundy + Salome Classic + Salome Flora + Salome Hell + Salome Pink + Suebrem Altin + Suepren Salome Pink + Suepren Salome Yellow + Supren Bordo Yellow + Supren Fume. |
| Location | Turkey (Ayvacik/Eskisehir) |
| Synonyms | Breccia Orientale, Cristallino Salome, Eskisehir Suebrem, Eskisehir Supren, Fior di Pesco, Fior di Pesco Orientale, Marmor Salome, New Fior di Pesco, Saloma, Salome Suepren, Salome Supren, Salomi, Salomon, Suebrem, Sueprem, Suebrem, Suebren, Supren, Suprem Salome, Supren Salome |
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| Name | Sao Tome |
| Information | A well fissionable, white, light beige- to pink, green too, quartzite of the Precambrian period. Mean ultimate loads for FZP-Anchor (Type M8, drillhole depth hv = 15 mm): tensile load: 6,0 kN (according to test results of the test laboratory at the Fischerwerke). Uses: Construction stone, ornamental stone, mostly for flooring. Available are several sorts, the yellow, white and pink sorts are from the same quarry, the green ones are from quarries 30 kms away. At time (2003) are five quarries working. See Green Nature Quartzite + Noble Quartzite Light + Noble Quartzite Rose + Noble Quartzite Yellowish + Sao Tome Green +Sao Tome Pink + Sao Tome White + Sao Tome Yellow. |
| Location | Brazil (Pico do Gaviao/Sao Tome das Letras/Minas Gerais) |
| Synonyms | Eldorado, Noble Quartzite, Quarzit Rio Dorado, Quarzit Santome, Quarzite Eldorada, Rio Dorado, Rio Dorado Quarzit, Rio Dorato, San Thome, San Thome Quarzit, San Tome, Santome, Sao Thome, Sao Tome Quarzit |
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| Name | Sarizzo Antigorio |
| Information | A coarse-grained, dark grey-black gneiss of the Carboniferous/Permian period. Mineral distribution on the average in vol.-%: Quartz: 30, plagioclase: 25, orthoclase: 26, biotite: 10, muscovite: 5, epidote: 3; apatite, tourmaline, zircon: 1. Technical and physical characteristics: Bulk density: 2,58 - 2,66 kg/dm³, bending strength: 14,12 - 16,8 N/mm², compression breaking load: 168 - 171 N/mm², water absorption: 0,34 - 0,39 weight-%, abrasion resistance: 0,75 (proportional to the San Fedelino granite), frost resistant. Mean ultimate loads for FZP-Anchor (Type M8, drillhole depth hv = 15 mm): tensile load: 5,4 kN (according to test results of the test laboratory at the Fischerwerke). Uses: Construction stone, ornamental stone. The European Standard: EN 12440 "Natural stone - Denomination criteria" became effective at 2000, September 30th. In the "Synonyms" field of this database you will find the trade names of addendum A with the annotation (according to EN 12440, addendum A). This stone internationally may be nominated as a granite. For the US- and Chinese market this is correct according to ASTM C 119 resp. GB/T 17670. But in the area of application of the European Standard (EN) this stone must be nominated as gneiss because the EN 12440 demands a scientific terminology for the denomination of natural stones, determined with a petrografic examination according to EN 12407 and 4.2 of prEN 12670. In case of doubt please ask your supplier. |
| Location | Italy (Crodo/Val Antigorio/Provincia di Verbano-Cusio-Ossola/European Alps/Piemonte - near the border to Switzerland - ) |
| Synonyms | Antigorio, Serizzo Anitgorio, Serizzo Antegoria, Serizzo Antigorio (according to EN 12440, addendum A), Serizzo Atigornio |
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| Name | Shanxi Black |
| Information | A fine-grained, intensive black gabbro. Technical and physical characteristics: Bulk density: 3,040 kg/dm³, compression breaking load: 350 N/mm², water absorption: 0,327 vol-%. Tests regarding radio activity gave an emission of 180 nSV/h ( sample from the Abraxas Archive ). Uses: Construction stone, ornamental stone. There are several sorts and qualities, s.a. China Supreme Black XS + China Supreme Black NM . This stone internationally may be nominated as a granite. For the US- and Chinese market this is correct according to ASTM C 119 resp. GB/T 17670. But in the area of application of the European Standard (EN) this stone must be nominated as gabbro because the EN 12440 demands a scientific terminology for the denomination of natural stones, determined with a petrografic examination according to EN 12407 and 4.2 of prEN 12670. In case of doubt please ask your supplier. |
| Location | China (Beiyve/Shanxi province - several quarries, the gabbro site is an up to 60 m wide vein - ) |
| Synonyms | Absolute Black, Chanxi Black, China Black, China Supreme Black, HD-001, Nero Supreme, QSN18, Sanxi Black, Shan Xi Black, Shang Xi Black, Shanxi Black Cinese, Shanxi Dark, Shanxy Black, Supreme Black, SXB 001, WG109 |
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| Name | Silver Cloud |
| Information | A fine-grained, grey to white-grey gneiss ( paragneiss ) of the Precambrian period, with cloudy decoration, partly with pyrite and ?(hematite). Technical and physical characteristics: Bulk density: 2,78 - 2,84 kg/dm³, bending strength: 12,95 - 13,54 N/mm², compression breaking load: 163,8 - 166,3 N/mm², water absorption: 0,32 - 0,36 weight-%, frost resistant, polish constant. Mean ultimate loads for FZP-Anchor (Type M8, drillhole depth hv = 15 mm): tensile load: 7,2 kN (according to test results of the test laboratory at the Fischerwerke). Uses: Ornamental stone. This stone internationally may be nominated as a granite. For the US- and Chinese market this is correct according to ASTM C 119 resp. GB/T 17670. But in the area of application of the European Standard (EN) this stone must be nominated as gneiss because the EN 12440 demands a scientific terminology for the denomination of natural stones, determined with a petrografic examination according to EN 12407 and 4.2 of prEN 12670. In case of doubt please ask your supplier. |
| Location | USA (Atlanta/Fulton County/Georgia); other authorities say: Conyers/Georgia. |
| Synonyms | Silver Cloude, Silver Clouds, Silver-Clowd, Silvercloud |
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| Name | Sivakasi |
| Information | A yellowish-grey granulite with reddish bands and clouds. Essentials: Quartz, feldspar, garnet. Technical and physical characteristics: Bulk density: 2,610 -2,760 kg/dm³, bending strength: 9,32 - 12,6 N/mm², compression breaking load: 88,29 - 168,73 N/mm², water absorption: 0,24vol-%, frost resistant, polish constant. Uses: Ornamental stone. There are some similar or identical granulites, obviously from the same region, s.a. Ivory Brown Chiffon + Ivory Brown Light + Ivory Pink + Siva Gold. This stone internationally may be nominated as a granite. For the US- and Chinese market this is correct according to ASTM C 119 resp. GB/T 17670. But in the area of application of the European Standard (EN) this stone must be nominated as granulite because the EN 12440 demands a scientific terminology for the denomination of natural stones, determined with a petrografic examination according to EN 12407 and 4.2 of prEN 12670. In case of doubt please ask your supplier. The spread of texture of Sivakasi is very wide. A small sample is mostly not representative. To get an impression, pictures of large slabs or of finished projects should be presented to the customer |
| Location | India (Tiruttangal/Sivakasi/Tamil Nadu) |
| Synonyms | Brown Ivory, Giallo Shivakasi, Giallo Shivakasy, Ivori Brown, Ivory Brown, Ivorybraun, Ivorybrown, Ivory Braun, Schiva Kashi, Schivakasch, Schivakaschi, Shiva-Kashi, Shiva Kashi, Shiva Kashi Yellow, Shiva Yellow, Shivakashi, Shivakashi Yellow, Shivakashy, Shivakasi, Shivakasi Yellow, Shiwa Kashi, Shiwakashi, Siva Kasi, Sivakashi, Sivakashi Yellow, Sivakasi Yellow, Sivkasi, Summer Yellow |
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| Name | Sivec |
| Information | A white marble ?( of the Precambrian period ), with only some single veins. Technical and physical characteristics: Bulk density: 2,84 kg/dm³, bending strength: 9,4 N/mm², compression breaking load: 138,1 N/mm², water absorption: 0,35 vol.-%, abrasion resistance: 19,8 cm³/50 cm² (according to Boehme), frost resistant, polish constant only inside. Reference: National Museum Prague/Czech Republik Uses: Construction stone, ornamental stone. |
| Location | Macedonia (Sivec/NNW Prilep) |
| Synonyms | Bianco Sevic, Bianco Sivec, Bianco Sivic, Makedonski Sivec, Marmol Blanco Sivec, Branco Sivec, Sevic, Sivec Bianco, Sivec Marble, Sivec White, Sivic White, White Sivec |
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| Name | Solnhofen |
| Information | A very hard and compact, well fissionable, yellow to yellow-grey limestone of the Upper Jurassic period, partly with manganese dendrites on the natural-split surfaces, calcite: 96 - 98%. A famous fossil site too, over 700 species, insects, fishes, and the famous archaeopteryx. Technical and physical characteristics: Bulk density: 2,55 -2,70 kg/dm³, bending strength: 28,6 N/mm², compression breaking load: 215 N/mm², water absorption: 0,27 - 1,51 vol.-%, abrasion resistance: 14,8 - 15,0 cm³/50 cm² (according to Boehme), not frost resistant, polishing possible. Solnhofen is a worldwide famous fossil site ( about 770 types, including the archaeoptery lithographica ). Reference: National Museum at Budapest/Ungarn. Uses: Ornamental stone, natural surface or honed for facing and flooring (since antiquity). There are some sorts, resp. trade names, s. Solnhofen Beige + Solnhofen Blaeulich + Solnhofen Gelblich + Solnhofen Hellgrau + Solnhofen Roetlich. The European Standard: EN 12440 "Natural stone - Denomination criteria" became effective at 2000, September 30th. In the "Synonyms" field of this database you will find the trade names of addendum A with the annotation (according to EN 12440, addendum A). |
| Location | Germany (many quarries a.a. in: Laitheim, Moernsheim, Pappenheim, Schernfeld, Solnhofen, Wintershof, Workerszell/Altmuehltal/Fraenkische Alb/Bayern - extension of the deposit about 3 to 20 km - ) |
| Synonyms | Brute Jura, Fossil Stone, Fossilstone, Jura Solhofener, Jura Solnhofener, Kelheimer Platten, Solenhofen, Solenhofer, Solhofen, Solnhofen Fossil Stone, Solhofen Limestone, Solhofen Stone, Solhofener Platten, Solhoferplatten, Solnhofner, Solnhofener, Solnhofener Kalkstein, Solnhofener Marmor, Solnhofener Naturstein, Solnhofener Natursteinplatten (according to EN 12440, addendum A), Solnhofener Platten, Solnhofener Plattenkalk, Solnhofener Schiefer, Solnhofener Marmor, Solnhofer, Solnhofer Platten, Solnhofner, Solnhofner Platten, Solnhofner Plattenkalk, Solnhofner Schiefer, Solstone |
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| Name | Star Galaxy |
| Information | A fine- to medium-grained, black gabbro / norite of the Precambrian period with golden-yellow sparkling broncite scales. Bulk density: 2,83 - 2,85 kg/dm³, bending strength: 19,13 - 20,11 N/mm², compression breaking load: 200,1 - 203,1 N/mm², water absorption: 0,08 - 0,12 vol.-%, frost resistant, polish constant. Uses: Ornamental stone, available since 1988. This stone internationally may be nominated as a granite. For the US- and Chinese market this is correct according to ASTM C 119 resp. GB/T 17670. But in the area of application of the European Standard (EN) this stone must be nominated as gabbro / norite because the EN 12440 demands a scientific terminology for the denomination of natural stones, determined with a petrografic examination according to EN 12407 and 4.2 of prEN 12670. In case of doubt please ask your supplier. |
| Location | India (Chimakurti/Warangal/Andhra Pradesh) |
| Synonyms | Black Ametist, Black Ametista, Black Amethyst, Black Amethysta, Black and Gold, Black Galaxi, Black Galaxy, Black Galaxy Granite, Black Gold Sand, Black Gold Sands, Black Star, Bronzino, GA 902, Galaxi Black, Galaxy Black, Galaxy Gold, Galaxy Star, Nero Ametista, Nero Galassia, Nero Galaxy, Nero Star Galaxi, Nero Star Galaxy, Star Galaxi, Star Galaxy Black, Star Gallaxy, Warangal, WG203 |
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| Name | Statuario Venato |
| Information | Commercial name (according to European Standard EN 12440 addendum A) for a fine-grained, nearly white marble of the Jurassic period, with soft dark decoration. Technical and physical characteristics: Bulk density: 2,7 kg/dm³, bending strength: 19,8 N/mm², compression breaking load: 119,1 - 130,9 N/mm², abrasion resistance: 5,79 (according to Amsler). References: Gran Plaza Hotel/Kornhill/Hong Kong; Conrad Hotel/Pacific Place/Hong Kong; Ritz Carlton/LagunaBeach/CA/USA Uses: Ornamental stone. Small cavities in the surface of the slabs are possible too. It is advisible to limitate the maximum size of these so-called "tarolli" before ordering large quantities. |
| Location | Italy (the Carrara region/Provincia di Massa Carrara/Apennines/Tuscany) |
| Synonyms | Bianco Statuario Venato, Statuario Venate, Statuary Venato, WM301 |
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| Name | Tiger Skin |
| Information | A grey-pink to grey-yellow migmatite. Technical and physical characteristics: Bulk density: 2,645 - 2,685 kg/dm³, bending strength: ?(3,6) 11,58 - 11,99 N/mm², compression breaking load: ?(100) 171,7 - 173,6 N/mm², water absorption: 0,24 - 0,28 weight-%. Mean ultimate loads for FZP-Anchor (Type M8, drillhole depth hv = 15 mm): tensile load: 6,9 kN (according to test results of the test laboratory at the Fischerwerke). Uses: Construction stone, ornamental stone. This stone internationally may be nominated as a granite. For the US- and Chinese market this is correct according to ASTM C 119 resp. GB/T 17670. But in the area of application of the European Standard (EN) this stone must be nominated as migmatite because the EN 12440 demands a scientific terminology for the denomination of natural stones, determined with a petrografic examination according to EN 12407 and 4.2 of prEN 12670. In case of doubt please ask your supplier. The spread of texture of Tiger Skin is very wide. A small sample is mostly not representative. To get an impression, pictures of large slabs or of finished projects should be presented to the customer |
| Location | India (Aimer district/Rajasthan) |
| Synonyms | Piel de Tigre |
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| Name | Travertino Romano Classico |
| Information | A white-grey-brown travertine of the Pleistocene/Holocene period. Technical and physical characteristics: Bulk density: 2,45 kg/dm³, bending strength: 15,3 N/mm², compression breaking load: 107,5 - 109,2 N/mm², frost resistant, polish constant only inside. Tests regarding radio activity gave an emission of 200 nSV/h ( sample from the Abraxas Archive ). Uses: Construction stone, ornamental stone. References: State Department + Shell Haus (restoration) at Berlin/Germany |
| Location | Italy (Bagni di Tivoli, Barco, Guidonia/Provincia di Roma/Lazio) |
| Synonyms | Colosseo, Pantheon, Roman Classic Travertine, Travertin Romain Classique, Travertino Classico |
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| Name | Verde Alpi |
| Information | A dark green serpentinite with light green and white veins. Technical and physical characteristics: Bulk density: 2,682 - 2,89 kg/dm³, bending strength: ca. 8 - 22 N/mm², compression breaking load: ca. 120 - 200 N/mm², water absorption: 0,58 - 0,62 weight-%, abrasion resistance: 2,2 mm (unknown test method). References: Crabtree Valley Mall/Raleigh/North Carolina/USA; Conrad Hotel/Pacific Place/Hong Kong. Uses: Ornamental stone. Verde Alpi is a commercial name for several different serpentinites and ophicalcites too, see a. Verde Cretaz + Verde Fraye + Verde Gressoney + Verde Issogne + Verde Issorie + Verde San Nicolaus. Serpentinite is, as a rule, not resistant against frost, acid and salt. For facing an flooring, (especally thin and big-size tiles) use waterless adhesives This stone internationally may be nominated as a marble. For the US- and Chinese market this is correct according to ASTM C 119 resp. GB/T 17670. But in the area of application of the European Standard (EN) this stone must be nominated as serpentinite because the EN 12440 demands a scientific terminology for the denomination of natural stones, determined with a petrografic examination according to EN 12407 and 4.2 of prEN 12670. In case of doubt please ask your supplier. |
| Location | Italy |
| Synonyms | Alpe Verde, Alpi Green, Alpi Verde, Alpine Verde, Alpino, Green Alphi, Verde Alphi, Verde Alpi Parys, Verde Dolomiti, Verde S. Nicolaus, Verdi Alpi, Verde Alpe, Verde Alpin, Verde Alpino, Verde des Alpes, Vert des Alpes |
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| Name | Verde Eucalypto |
| Information | A light grey-green, migmatitic granulite of the Precambrian period, Portuguese "verde" = green. Mineral distribution on the average: microcline: 50%, quartz: 25%, plagioclase: 20%, biotite: 5%, accessories: 5%. Technical and physical characteristics: Bulk density according to ABNT NBR 12.766: 2,628 kg/dm³, bending strength according to ABNT NBR 12.763: 19,33 N/mm², compression breaking load according to ABNT NBR 12.767: 167,98 N/mm², abrasion resistance according to ABNT NBR 12.042 (Amsler): 1,20 mm, water absorption according to ABNT NBR 12.766: 0,18%. Uses: Building stone, ornamental stone. This stone internationally may be nominated as a granite. For the US- and Chinese market this is correct according to ASTM C 119 resp. GB/T 17670. But in the area of application of the European Standard (EN) this stone must be nominated as granulite because the EN 12440 demands a scientific terminology for the denomination of natural stones, determined with a petrografic examination according to EN 12407 and 4.2 of prEN 12670. In case of doubt please ask your supplier. |
| Location | Brazil (quarry RN 000152/Corrego Sao geraldo/Fazenda Mangueira/Nova Venecia/Espirito Santo) |
| Synonyms | Eucalipt Green, Eucalipto Green, Eucaliptus, Eucaliptus Green, Eucalypto Green, Eucalypto Verde, Eucalyptus, Eucalyptus Green, Green Eucalyptus, Verde Eucalipto, Verde Eucaliptus, Verde Eucalytus, Verde Eukalypto, Vert Eucaliptus, Vert Eucalyptus |
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| Name | Verde Guatemala |
| Information | A green serpentinite, Spanish "verde" = green (a substitute for the original, now called Verde Quatemala from Guatemala, it was not available for a long time). Technical and physical characteristics: Bulk density: 2,65 - 2,70 kg/dm³, bending strength: 19,6 - 23,0 N/mm², compression breaking load: 140 - 195,22 N/mm², water absorption: 0,19 - 0,48 weight-%, not frost resistant, polish constant only inside. Tests regarding radio activity gave an emission of 130 nSV/h ( sample from the Abraxas Archive ). Uses: Ornamental stone. There are lots of big and small quarries and several sorts and trade names. Serpentinite is, as a rule, not resistant against frost, acid and salt. For facing an flooring, (especally thin and big-size tiles) use waterless adhesives This stone internationally may be nominated as a marble. For the US- and Chinese market this is correct according to ASTM C 119 resp. GB/T 17670. But in the area of application of the European Standard (EN) this stone must be nominated as serpentinite because the EN 12440 demands a scientific terminology for the denomination of natural stones, determined with a petrografic examination according to EN 12407 and 4.2 of prEN 12670. In case of doubt please ask your supplier. |
| Location | India (Rakhab Dev/Rajasthan/Hindustan) |
| Synonyms | Green Guatemala, Green Snake, Gruen Guatemala, Guatemala Gruen, Indian Green, Indian Green Marble, KG 17, Rajasthan Green, Rajasthan Sea Green, Rayastan Sea Green, Verde Guatemala Indiano, Verde Guatemale, Verde Imperiale, Verde Imperiale Indiano, Verde Radjastan, Verde Rajastan, Verde Udaipur, Verdi Guatemala, Vert de Rajastan, Vert Guatemala, WM302 |
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| Name | Verde Maritaca |
| Information | A greenish-grey migmatitic gneiss of the Precambrian period, with reddish-brown clouds, Portuguese "verde" = green. Technical and physical characteristics: Bulk density: 2,67 - 2,78 kg/dm³, bending strength: 11,18 - 13,6 N/mm², compression breaking load: 200 - 222 N/mm, water absorption: 0,20 - 0,24 weight-%, frost resistant, polish constant. Uses: Ornamental stone in- and outside. Reference: Top Tower Center/Tel Aviv/Israel; Seestern/Duesseldorf/Germany. Poss. Verde Maritaca is identical with Verde San Francisco. This stone internationally may be nominated as a granite. For the US- and Chinese market this is correct according to ASTM C 119 resp. GB/T 17670. But in the area of application of the European Standard (EN) this stone must be nominated as gneiss because the EN 12440 demands a scientific terminology for the denomination of natural stones, determined with a petrografic examination according to EN 12407 and 4.2 of prEN 12670. In case of doubt please ask your supplier. The spread of texture of Verde Maritaca is very wide. A small sample is mostly not representative. To get an impression, pictures of large slabs or of finished projects should be presented to the customer. |
| Location | Brazil (the Campo Belo -Candeias region/Minas Gerais) |
| Synonyms | Green Maritaca, Maritaca, Maritaca Green, Maritace Green, Maritaco Green, Maritaka, Verde Maritacca, Verde Maritace, Verde Maritaga, Verde Maritaha, Verde Maritaka, Verde Tropical Maritaca, Verde Tropical Maritaka, Verdi Maritaka, Vert Maritaca |
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| Name | Verde Ubatuba |
| Information | A medium- to coarse grained, olive-green granite ( charnockite ) of the Precambrian period with large quatities of quartz and some red garnets, Portuguese "verde" = green. Technical and physical characteristics: Bulk density: 2,69 - 2,74 kg/dm³, bending strength: 12,46 - 17,2 N/mm², compression breaking load: 178,5 - 188,5 N/mm², Wasserraufnahme: 0,18 - 0,22 weight-%, frost resistant, polish constant only inside. Uses: Ornamental stone, s.a. Seaweed Green + Verde Labrador. |
| Location | Brazil (Ubatuba/Sao Paolo) |
| Synonyms | Bahia Green, Emerald Green Granite, Granito Verde Ubatuba, Green Obatooba, Green Ubatuba, Labrador Green, Lincoln, Lincoln Gruen, Ooba Tooba, Ooba Toba, Tuba Granite, Uba Tuba, Uba-Tuba, Ubatuba, Ubatuba Gold, Ubatuba Green, Verde Amazonas, Verde Amazonia, Verde Bahia, Verde Minas, Verde Ubatuba Gold |
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| Name | Viscount White |
| Information | A fine-grained, grey-white to nearly white gneiss ( paragneiss ) of the Precambrian period, size of grains about 2 - 4 mm. Technical and physical characteristics: Bulk density: 2,652 kg/dm³, bending strength: 16,09 N/mm², compression breaking load: 98,4 N/mm², abrasion resistance: 0,76 mm, water absorption: 0,26 %, frost resistant, polish constant. Reference: Spandau railway station at Berlin/Germany. Uses: Construction stone, ornamental stone, gravestone. This stone internationally may be nominated as a granite. For the US- and Chinese market this is correct according to ASTM C 119 resp. GB/T 17670. But in the area of application of the European Standard (EN) this stone must be nominated as gneiss because the EN 12440 demands a scientific terminology for the denomination of natural stones, determined with a petrografic examination according to EN 12407 and 4.2 of prEN 12670. In case of doubt please ask your supplier. |
| Location | India (Madanapalle + Tiruchchirappalli/Cauvery/Tamil Nadu) |
| Synonyms | Bianco Viscont White, Madanapalle, Madanapalle White, Madanapalli, Madanapalli White, Mandana Palli White, Viscon White, Viscont White, Wiscont White, Visconte White, Viscount White Granite, Viscount-White, Viskont, Viskont White, White Tapestry, Wiscount White, Wiskont White |
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| Name | Vizag Blue |
| Information | A fine-grained, blue-grey gneiss of the Precambrian period, with garnets. Technical and physical characteristics: Bulk density: 2,680 kg/dm³, bending strength: 10,20 N/mm², compression breaking load: 186,39 N/mm², rost resistant, polish constant. Uses: Ornamental stone. This stone internationally may be nominated as a granite. For the US- and Chinese market this is correct according to ASTM C 119 resp. GB/T 17670. But in the area of application of the European Standard (EN) this stone must be nominated as gneiss because the EN 12440 demands a scientific terminology for the denomination of natural stones, determined with a petrografic examination according to EN 12407 and 4.2 of prEN 12670. In case of doubt please ask your supplier. |
| Location | India (TekkaliVizag/Srikakulam/Vishakhapatnam/Andhra Pradesh - about 40 quarries - ) |
| Synonyms | Andhra Blue, Azul Magnetic, Azul Vizag, Bengal Dunkel, Blue Vizag, Blue Vizag India, Brindel Blue, Ganga Blue, Gangablue, Ontario Blue, Vaizag Blue, Visag Blue, Vizac Blue, Vizag, Vizag Bleu, Vizag Blu, Vizak Blue, Vizaq Blue, Vizga Blue |
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| Name | White of Thassos |
| Information | A medium-grained, pure white magnesian marble of the Cambrian period ( other authoritoes say Silurian ). Mineral distribution on the average in ?(weight)-%: Dolomite: about 86, calcite: 12, quartz: 2. Technical and physical characteristics: Bulk density: 2,850 kg/dm³, bending strength: 12,9 N/mm², compression breaking load: 97,1 N/mm², water absorption: 0,23 weight-%, abrasion resistance: 6,58 mm (according to Amsler), frost resistant, polish constant only inside. Uses: Ornamental stone. Only a small part of the Thassos marble is pure-white coloured, there are several sorts and qualities. Thassos marble with soft decoration is cheaper than the pure white qualities Snow White of Thassos, Thassos A1, Thassos Edelweiss, Thassos Extra etc. |
| Location | Greece (Thasos island/Kavala/East Makedonia and Thrakia) |
| Synonyms | Athos White, Blanco Thasos, Blanco Thassos, Bianco Taxos, Bianco Thassos, Branco Thassos, Taxos, Taxos Marble, Thasos White, Thassos White, White Tassos |
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| Name | White of Volakas |
| Information | A fine- to sugar-grained, white magnesian marble of the Presilurian period, with soft grey or light violet-brown decoration. Mineral distribution on the average in weight-%: Dolomite: 92, calcite 8. Technical and physical characteristics: Bulk density: 2,76 kg/dm³, bending strength: 8,87 N/mm², compression breaking load: 137,34 N/mm², water absorption: 0,28 weight-%, abrasion resistance according to DIN 52 108: 36,15 cm³/50 cm² (according to Boehme), polish constant only inside. Mean ultimate loads for FZP-Anchor (Type M8, drillhole depth hv = 15 mm): tensile load: 3,8 kN (according to test results of the test laboratory at the Fischerwerke) Uses: Ornamental stone, mostly inside. Volakas (2002) actually is said to be the most-spread Greece marble. The European Standard: EN 12440 "Natural stone - Denomination criteria" became effective at 2000, September 30th. In the "Synonyms" field of this database you will find the trade names of addendum A with the annotation (according to EN 12440, addendum A). |
| Location | Greece (Volakas/Volax/Drama/East Makedonia and Thrakia) |
| Synonyms | Branco Volakas, Drama White, Dramas White, Macedonian White, Olympos, Olympus, Olympus White, Volaka, Volakas Drama White (according to EN 12440, addendum A), Volakas Dramas White, Volakas White, Volaka, Volakas, Volax, White of Macedonia |
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