Silica sand

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A white Northland sand consisting of very fine crystalline silica (SiO2) grains, i.e. almost pure quartz. Creates a very bright and glary beach. Used for glass-making in Whangarei and Auckland. 

The sand grains are best viewed under a magnifying glass or through a stereo microscope using good lighting.

Size: 100g bag

Locality: Northland, New Zealand.