Minerals in Pakistan

MINERALS IN PAKISTAN

NON-METALLIC MINERALS:

• Brine
• Calcite
• Coal
• Ilmenite
• Kaolin
• Lignite
• Limestone
• marble
• Mica
• Rock phosphate
• Potash
• Pyrite
• Radioactive minerals
• Rock salt
• Silica sand
• Soapstone
• Sulphur
• Vermiculite
• Chromite
• Gypsum

GEMSTONES:

Gemstones, also known as semi-precious stones or gems, are minerals widely used in jewelry and for ornamental purposes. Northern and western regions of Pakistan are rich in high quality gemstones.

• Ruby
• Emerald
• Bastnaesite - rare earth mineral
• Xenotime - rare earth mineral
• Sphene
• Tourmaline
• Quartz of various types
• Peridot
• Aquamarine
• Topaz - in various colours including violet, pink, golden, and champagne