Note 3422 — BOOK XXXVII. THE NATURAL HISTORY OF PRECIOUS STONES. (continued 2)
John Bostock translation
“Fat stone.” Saponite or soapstone, a silicate of magnesia, is also known as Steatite.
John Bostock translation
“Fat stone.” Saponite or soapstone, a silicate of magnesia, is also known as Steatite.