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The color in the picture seems a bit off, and I don't see the "silt lines" that are normally visible in Hindostan stones. Another link here.

We had a little sun and i took that stone run outside. Corner's is not translucent. Chris it doesn't have lines it seems like all chunk together. Guys I don't know what is it. As i said early to day most likely i will sharpen couple razor on this stone and let's see how it will act. i let you know.

I know you said a nail will not scratch it- but I would be interested if you could do other Moh's tests. I know its not scientific or close to exact, but it'll help us figure it out I think.

Originally Posted by khaos

you could do other Moh's tests.

what is that test

Its like an unscientific test for rocks. 1 is talc, 10 is diamond. The way it works is you try and scratch one thing with another to see which is harder. So if a nail won't scratch it its probably higher than 6. But it could be anything from 6 to 9.9. If you have quartz around, quartz is seven I believe. You can find different listings on google.

If you like to spend money?

Deluxe Mohs Hardness Pick Set - Amateur Geologist, Inc

i'd like a set but I am acting thrifty these days