India · Granite

Ongole (Black Galaxy)

Andhra Pradesh · Chimakurthy. Black Galaxy.

IndiaAndhra Pradesh · Chimakurthy15.58°N 80.04°E

Rock: gabbro/norite
How it formed: Basic igneous rock with bronzite crystals that sparkle like stars.
Minerals: pyroxene (bronzite), plagioclase, magnetite
Colours: black
Veining: no veining; gold/bronze flecks
Well-known stones: Black Galaxy · Star Galaxy

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What comes out of Ongole (Black Galaxy).

GraniteRare

Black · bronze-gold crystalline points. A single geographic belt and low quarry recovery make it the 'most affordable rare stone'.

Best for: High-use counters, floors and monuments.

Watch for: Commercial granite label hides its gabbro identity.

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