Green - Marble
Quarry Location: Derryclare, Lissoughter, Recess, Co. Galway, Connemara, west coast of Ireland
Water Absorption: 0.62 By weight %
Density: 2600 kg/m3
Flexural Strength: 8.14 MPa
Compressive Strength: 99.28 MPa
Recommended Usage: Kitchen and bathroom countertops, monuments, building stone, ornamental stone, stairs, interior, exterior wall and floor applications, mosaic, waterjet pattern, wall panels, table tops, window sills, balustrades, columns, wall and pool copings, pool pavers, sculptures, fireplaces
Finishing Surface: Polished,Bush Hammered,Tumbled,Brushed,Honed,Split,Machine Cut,Natural Surface,Sandblasted,Combed,Leathered,Water Jet,Filled,Chiseled,Pickling
Additional Names: Connemarble Green Marble, Irish Green Marble, Irish Green Extra Marble, Lissoughter Green Marble,Irish Green Wild Marble
Irish Green Wild Marble, also known as Connemara Marble, is a rare and distinctive variety of green marble quarried in Derryclare, Lissoughter, Recess, Co. Galway, Connemara, on the west coast of Ireland. This unique natural stone is renowned for its captivating and unparalleled features.
The marble exhibits a unique green color that is not only rich and vibrant but also carries historical significance. Connemara Marble is considered one of the world's oldest minerals, making it a rare geological treasure. Its distinct green hue is complemented by swirling veins of sepia and grey, adding to the stone's overall visual complexity.
What makes Irish Green Wild Marble truly exceptional is the added sparkle of crystalline mica embedded within the stone. This crystalline element contributes a subtle shimmer and a touch of elegance, enhancing the marble's overall appeal.
Due to its rarity and distinct beauty, Connemara Marble is highly sought after for various design applications. It is commonly used for countertops, flooring, wall cladding, and decorative accents where its unique coloration and pattern can be showcased. Its origin in the Connemara region and the presence of crystalline mica make this marble one of the rarest and most prized varieties in the world, sought after by those looking to incorporate a piece of geological history and natural beauty into their design projects.