Mercury Black
Marble

Mercury Black Marble is quarried in Rajasthan, within the broader Aravalli metamorphic system that has supplied India's premium architectural stone for generations. While Rajasthan is best known internationally for its white and green marbles, the region also produces refined black marbles like Mercury Black — distinguished by a deep black field with subtle white veining that gives the stone graphic contemporary character.

Our facility sources Mercury Black directly from quarry operators in the Rajasthan belt, allowing block-by-block selection for vein character and contrast quality. The black character varies between blocks, and project-matched supply requires hands-on quarry-stage selection. Our direct relationships allow us to deliver consistent material for export specifications across global markets.

Indicative quarry views — actual sourcing site varies by stone

Mercury Black is a fine-grained metamorphic marble with a recrystallised calcite matrix dominated by carbonaceous mineral concentrations responsible for its deep black colouration. The subtle white veining comes from clay-derived and minor calcite recrystallisation along metamorphic foliation planes. The interplay between the dense black matrix and the contrasting white veining gives Mercury Black its distinctive graphic character. Origin and specifications verified by Gemarix.

Mercury Black slabs present a deep, almost ink-like black field with subtle white veining flowing across the surface in restrained, often directional patterns. Some blocks present near-uniform black fields with minimal veining; others carry richer white movement that gives slabs sculptural graphic depth. The overall character is dramatic, refined, and contemporary.

The marble pairs strikingly with contemporary design palettes — against pale oak, brushed brass, and white walls it provides dramatic visual focus; against darker palettes it adds depth and sophisticated contrast. Polished finishes maximise the black character and white vein contrast, producing a high-reflectivity surface ideal for feature applications; honed finishes soften the contrast and suit floor installations.

Mercury Black Marble is most commonly specified for feature walls, vanity tops, kitchen islands, fireplace surrounds, and luxury bathroom installations where the dramatic black character is the design intent. Its visual weight makes it effective as both a primary feature material and a sculptural accent in contemporary projects.

Gangsaw slabs (280 × 180 cm) suit feature wall and full-height cladding installations where the black character can extend across maximum surface area. Cutter slabs (180 × 60 cm) are typical for vanity tops and bathroom installations. Book-matched pairs are available for feature applications where mirrored white veining enhances the dramatic effect.

Polished finish maximises the black character and produces a high-reflectivity surface — the most frequently specified finish for feature walls and vanity tops. Honed finish softens the surface and produces a contemporary matte ideal for floor applications. Leathered finish introduces gentle surface texture that complements the dramatic colour. Brushed finish is occasionally specified for industrial-contemporary applications.

This stone is supplied in two production formats. Gangsaw slabs are large-format slabs for premium architectural projects requiring continuous surfaces. Cutter slabs are smaller-format slabs optimised for residential installations and tile production.

Gangsaw Slabs

260–300 cm × 160–180 cm × 2 / 3 cm

Cutter Slabs

180–220 cm × 60–90 cm × 2 / 3 cm

Custom tile sizes available: 60×60 cm, 60×90 cm, 90×90 cm. Cut to specification at our Rajasthan facility.

Apply a penetrating stone sealer at installation; reseal annually in kitchen and bathroom environments. Clean with a pH-neutral stone cleaner — avoid acidic cleaners and abrasive pads, which etch calcite. Blot spills promptly, particularly wine, coffee, and oil. The black colouration is intrinsic to the stone's mineralogy and will not fade under normal interior conditions when correctly sealed.