Definition: Anconal refers to a particular type of stone found in the Archean era. It's made up mainly of iron and silicon and is often used for tools, weapons, and sculptures. Definition: "Anconal" refers to a specific type of hardrock mineral, commonly associated with the development of metalworking technology during the Paleozoic period, including tool-making, weapon forging, and sculpture. This stone forms part of the complex geological formations that shaped Earth's early landscape, which is known as "the Anco," one of several "Anca" types found throughout the world. It is often associated with the age of the Precambrian (approximately 460 million years ago) due to its presence in sedimentary rocks. Anconal is named after the town of Anconal in Chile, where it was first discovered and studied.