Newcity produce its granite from Aswan Quarries(Assuan)and other quarries where ancient Egyptians built the pyramids The granite for the pyramids probably came from the northern part. For the construction of the pyramids, the ancient Egyptians only used building stones in perfect condition and that is only a stone which has been split off. Some archeologists assert, that also weathered roundish granite boulders were used, this kind of stone always has small fissures and can break apart easily, so it is unsuitable for use as a building stone
Granite
Density 2600 – 2800 kg/m³
Water Absorption 0,2 – 0,5 %
Compressive strength 160 – 240 N/mm²
Bending strength 10 – 20 N/mm²
Abrasion resistance 5 – 8 cm³/50cm²
Mohs hardness 6-8
Properties Granite from Assuan has a specially nice pink color (light pink to dark pink)