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Black Galaxy

Origin: India
Material: Natural granite (dense, exterior grade)

Black Galaxy is a premium black granite with a deep, uniform black base and fine gold/copper mineral flecks that create a controlled “starry” appearance. It is positioned as a high-end showroom stone for memorial production where customers expect a strong, formal look with a distinctive premium detail and reliable exterior performance.

Visual Character (Color & Pattern)

Tone: Deep black

Pattern activity: Low; uniform field with dispersed gold/copper speckling

Texture: Fine grain; reads clean on large faces

Finishing Behavior

Polished / Gloss: Maximum depth and premium sheen; highlights the metallic flecking—ideal for primary monument faces

Honed / Matte (if specified): Reduced glare; flecks appear softer and less reflective

Engraving & Readability

Recommended: Polished inscription fields for crisp lettering and portrait work

Flecking can influence local contrast → layout planning is recommended for large portrait/text zones (select cleaner areas)

Recommended Applications (Memorial / B2B)

Uprights, slants, ledgers, bases, multi-piece sets

Premium models where a dark, formal palette is required with added visual distinction

Why It Works for Partners (B2B)

Premium differentiation: “galaxy” effect is immediately recognizable and sells visually

Showroom value: polished black with flecks photographs and displays strongly

Repeat programs: stable overall look; request lot control for matched sets

Technical Data (from supplier card)

Mohs hardness: 6–7

Density: 2.6–2.7 g/cm³

Water absorption: 0.15–0.30%

Frost resistance: 300 cycles

Heat resistance: up to 600°C

Acid resistance: High

Re-polishing: Yes

Abrasion / wear index: 0.12

Quality & Matching Notes

Natural variation: density of gold/copper flecks and overall uniformity can vary by lot

For matched sets / repeat orders: request the same block/lot to align tone and fleck distribution