Manganite
specimen number:
1502928
location:
Wessels Mine, Hotazel, Kalahari manganese fields, Northern Cape Province, South Africa
description:
The top side of this 12.0 x 6.0 x 3.0 cm matrix is mostly covered by bright sparkling bladed crystals of manganite to 0.5 cm. Very minimal micro-chipping present, I think this in very good condition and a choice example for the species from this mining district. Shipping weight: 1.1 pounds. Ex Renaud Vochten collection.
Size: 12.0 x 6.0 x 3.0 cm (cabinet)
Collection: Renaud Vochten
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