African Tumble Stone x6 - Large - White Howlite (Magnesite)

This set of African tumble stones features white howlite (often sold under the trade name magnesite) with a soft white base and natural grey veining. Each stone is polished to a smooth finish, highlighting its marble-like patterning and subtle tonal variation, making it suitable for display, collecting, or decorative use.

Product Specifications

Net Weight: 31g/stone
Total Weight: 186g/bag
Quantity: 6 pieces
Size: Large

Materials/Ingredients

Gemstone (White Howlite / Magnesite)

Historical Lore

Howlite was first discovered in Nova Scotia, Canada in 1868 and named after the geologist Henry How. It is a borate mineral commonly found in evaporite deposits. Due to its soft texture, it is often carved and sometimes dyed or misrepresented in the gem trade under names such as “white turquoise.” Historically, it has no known ancient cultural use and is primarily associated with modern mineral collections and contemporary lapidary carving.