Fossil Mint Sandstone

Fossil Mint Sandstone offers something most natural stones cannot: the embedded history of ancient marine life visible in its surface. Formed in the sedimentary layers of what was once an ancient sea floor in Rajasthan, this stone contains the imprints of fossilised organisms — shells, plants, and organic structures preserved in stone over millions of years. These fossil impressions are not surface decoration; they are geological features of the material itself, and each slab carries a different pattern of them.

At Stone Harbor, we export Fossil Mint Sandstone as one of the most visually interesting stones in our sandstone range. Its cool green-grey base tone provides a neutral, contemporary backdrop, while the fossil features add a layer of natural storytelling that no manufactured material can replicate.

Origin and Composition

Fossil Mint Sandstone is a sedimentary stone quarried in Rajasthan, India. Its mint-green to grey-green base colour results from chlorite and other green-toned minerals within the quartz matrix. The fossil impressions visible on the stone surface are organic sedimentary structures — shell fragments, plant matter, and marine organism imprints — deposited and mineralised over geological time. The stone is fine-grained with good structural integrity and moderate porosity.

Technical Properties

• Stone Type: Sedimentary sandstone with fossil content
• Origin: Rajasthan, India
• Colour: Mint-green to grey-green base; cream and beige tones in fossil areas
• Distinctive Feature: Fossilised shell and organic imprints visible on slab surfaces
• Texture: Fine-grained
• Frost Resistance: Yes
• Weather Resistance: Good
• Density: Approximately 2.4 – 2.6 g/cm³

Available Finishes

• Natural Cleft: Shows fossil features and full surface character. The definitive finish for this stone.
• Honed: Smooth surface that clarifies the fossil patterns and provides a contemporary look.
• Sandblasted: Slip-resistant surface for outdoor paving.
• Tumbled: Aged, distressed finish. Fossil features remain visible and add character.
• Sawn: Clean machine cut for tiling and cladding.

Standard Sizes and Dimensions

• 29 x 29 cm | 29 x 60 cm | 40 x 40 cm | 60 x 60 cm | 60 x 90 cm
• Custom sizes available on request
• Thickness: 20 mm to 30 mm

Applications

• Feature Walls: Interior and exterior applications where the fossil patterns are the design highlight.
• Garden Paving and Landscaping: The organic character suits garden and natural design contexts.
• Interior Flooring: Conversation-starting flooring for residential and hospitality spaces.
• Water Features and Pool Surrounds: Cool mint tones complement water elements.
• Museums, Heritage and Cultural Spaces: Particularly fitting for spaces with a connection to natural history.

Contact Stone Harbor for samples, export quantities, and project specifications.