{"product_id":"new-zealand-aroha-stone-polished-display-slab-large-ref-0085-copy","title":"New Zealand Aroha Stone Polished Display Slab (Large) Ref 0085","description":"\u003ch2\u003eNew Zealand Aroha Stone — Polished Display Slab (Large)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAroha stone, also widely known as \u003cstrong\u003ePiemontite Schist\u003c\/strong\u003e, is a unique and visually striking metamorphic rock found exclusively in New Zealand — particularly in the Otago and West Coast regions. The name derives from the Māori word for \u003cem\u003e\"love\"\u003c\/em\u003e, reflecting the stone's vibrant pink to deep purple or burgundy coloration, often enhanced by shimmering mica.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis large polished display slab is a stunning collector specimen, showcasing the full depth of colour and sparkle that makes Aroha stone one of New Zealand's most prized natural treasures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Characteristics\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMineral Composition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Piemontite, a manganese-rich variety of epidote, giving the rock its signature red and pink hues, with mica for a magical shimmer and layers of white quartz.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHardness:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6.0–6.5 on the Mohs scale\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColour Profile:\u003c\/strong\u003e Soft dusty pinks to intense burgundy and deep magenta, with a sparkly banded structure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGeological Origin:\u003c\/strong\u003e High-pressure, high-temperature metamorphic rock formed approximately 160–200 million years ago\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSourced From:\u003c\/strong\u003e Shotover River (Queenstown), Haast region, and Wanaka, Otago — South Island, New Zealand\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCultural \u0026amp; Metaphysical Significance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStone of Love:\u003c\/strong\u003e Locally known as the \"stone of love\" or Aroha stone — a symbol of unconditional love (aroha) in Māori culture\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeart Chakra:\u003c\/strong\u003e Believed to open and activate the heart and crown chakras\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHealing Properties:\u003c\/strong\u003e Associated with compassion, emotional healing, self-love, and grounding — supporting those recovering from grief, trauma, or emotional imbalance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSymbolism:\u003c\/strong\u003e Represents connection to the Earth (whenua) and the feminine energy of unconditional love\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRarity\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile schist is common in New Zealand, the specific piemontite-bearing variety known as Aroha stone is much rarer and more localised — making each piece a genuinely unique find.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eEach display slab is one-of-a-kind. Colours and patterns will vary.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eRef: 0085 (for my use)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"KiwiRocks And Gems From Kiwi Country","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48274343723200,"sku":"0085","price":40.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0756\/6003\/4240\/files\/P_20260508_113010_2d7215f2-051f-40ca-b094-7884e95cd5ca.jpg?v=1778198613","url":"https:\/\/kiwi-collects.myshopify.com\/products\/new-zealand-aroha-stone-polished-display-slab-large-ref-0085-copy","provider":"KiwiRocks And Gems From Kiwi Country","version":"1.0","type":"link"}