Pinolith Palm Stone

Pinolite, also known as Pinolith, Pinolithstein, or Märbelstein, is a scarce stone consisting of Howlite, Dolomite, and Graphite. It forms when Howlite (Magnesite) nodules settle in layers of Graphite and Dolomite before becoming encased and frozen in time. 
Germany and the Axis troops extensively mined Pinolite during World War II for its high manganese content. This metal was essential for iron and steel production, which was necessary for the manufacture of weapons, tanks, trains, planes, ships, and submarines. It's estimated that between 1904 and 1991, 5.5 million tons of Pinolite were extracted from the Lower Tauern Mountain range. Most of this material was melted down, making the current pieces of Pinolith today that much more valuable. These pieces are polished into the shape of a palm stone.

You will receive one piece selected from our current stock. All pieces are of similar size and quality. 

Average Dimensions: 2.5 L x 1.75 W x 1 H inches

Average Weight: 0.24 pounds