Verdite information

The green stone from Southern Africa, found in t he Eastern Transvaal and said to be oldest identifiable exposed rock on the surface of the earth, formed 3500 million years ago. The tribesmen of the area used the stone for jewellery, carving and witch doctors made a preparation from the powdered stone which is believed to increase fertility.

 

 

Bookmark and Share

Page created and serviced by

www.namibweb.com

Copyright © 1998-2025 namibweb.com - The online guide to Namibia
All rights reserved |
JOIN | VIDEO PORTFOLIO | VIDEO/PHOTO COLLECTION
Telegram | YouTube | Blog
Page is sponsored by ETS & Exploring Namibia TV

Disclaimer: no matter how often this page is updated and its accuracy is checked, www.namibweb.com and ETS
will not be held responsible for any change in opinion, information, facilities, services, conditions, etc. offered by
establishment/operator/service/information provider or any third party