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Bixbyite
- N'Chwaning II Mine, N'Chwaning Mines, Kuruman, Kalahari manganese field, Northern Cape Province, South Africa
- Thumbnail, 2.1 x 1.6 x 0.7 cm
- Start Time: 10/27/2016 6:45:00 pm (CDT)
- End Time: 11/03/2016 6:45:00 pm (CDT)
- Auction Closed
Item Description
Intergrown, sharp, striated, modified cubic lustrous, black Bixbyite crystals, to 3 mm across, have formed into an attractive group. These are remarkably sharp and distinct, and they are seldom seen from N'Chwaning. This attractive example of the species is a lovely display quality thumbnail from South Africa.
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