Yellow - Limestone
Israel
Item Details
Quarry Location:
Quastel Hills, Jerusalem Region - Palestine, Holly Land
Water Absorption:
0.5 - 0.7 %
Density:
2630 kg/m³
Flexural Strength:
7.85 MPa
Compressive Strength:
76.40 MPa
Recommended Usage:
Construction stone, ornamental stone
Additional Names:
Jerusalem Stone Limestone,Gerusalem Stone,Jerusalem,Jerusalem Stein,Jeruzalem Stone,Jerusalemstein,Jerusalemstone,Limestone Gerusalemme,Stone of Jerusalem,Jerusalem Limestone
Description:
Jerusalem Gold Marble has a distinctive place in art history. Adhered to Jerusalem and called also as Jerusalem Stone or Holy Stone, due to its warm, rich and elegant look, it has been used in many palaces and temples around the east mediterranean region during middle ages. It has a very warm blend of beige & gold colours with distinctive fossils and veining. The brushing process and chipped edges gives the tile slightly aged look, but also a modern feel and non-slippery surface. Salem Gold Marble is also known as Jerusalem Gold Marble in the market. It is used in period building and listed building renovations starting from 12th century.