Natural Ekanites Overview
 The ekanite named in 1961 after F.L.D. Ekanayake, who first found the mineral in Sri Lanka.
The ekanite is transparent to translucent. Originally tetragonal, later amorphous, due to persisting radioactivity.
The data of crystalline ekanite is somewhat different from that of the amorphous variety. Ekanite has a vitreous luster.
Physical Properties
| Color |
Dark green, yellow, light to dark brown |
| Refractive Index |
1.590-1.596 |
| Chemistry |
Sodium, Calcium, Aluminium |
| Hardness |
4.5-6.5 |
| Density |
3.28-3.32 |
| Crystal Group |
Tetragonal |
| Ocurrence |
Sri Lanka |
Legend and Lore
Ekanite is radioactive. Dispose of cutting waste immediately and keep all surfaces clean. Try not to breathe close to the cutting surface and store stones away from living and working areas. Better yet, cut something safer.
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The pictures above only represents the general appearance of the Ekanite. Please note that the real Ekanites in our stock will be of varied shapes, color and sizes.
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