Microcline
An unassuming cyan blue stone, microcline holds cultural significance to Dwarves.
Properties
Material Characteristics
A cyan coloured stone.
Physical & Chemical Properties
Pretty average properties for a stone.
Geology & Geography
A common stone layer of terrestrial planets throughout the galaxy.
History & Usage
History
Known by the Dwarves since time immemorial, it's usage continues to the present day.
Everyday use
Microcline is a popular stone to carve various goods out of. Statues, chairs, tables, beds, cabinets, doors, floor grates, bricks, altars, computer towers, electric guitars, et cetera. Also mugs. Especially mugs.
Cultural Significance and Usage
Microcline holds special value to the Dwarves, as it is used to make replicas of Urist's legendary adamantine mug. Microcline is used as a substitute for adamantine due to the restrictions on adamantine's use due to its scarcity.
Distribution
Trade & Market
Microcline is among the stones traded in bulk by Dwarven merchant vessels.
Type
Stone
Value
Low
Rarity
Common
Color
Cyan blue
Boiling / Condensation Point
140000 Urists
Melting / Freezing Point
11500 Urists
Density
2560 kg m-3
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