Bixbyite

N'Chwaning II Mine, N'Chwaning Mines, Kuruman, Kalahari manganese field, Northern Cape Province, South Africa
Thumbnail, 2.7 x 1.8 x 1.7 cm
Start Time: 06/29/2017 6:45:00 pm (CDT)
End Time: 07/06/2017 6:45:00 pm (CDT)
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Item Description

Sharp, highly lustrous, jet-black cubic Bixbyite crystals on matrix from the world-famous locality in the Kalahari Manganese Field. These crystals are remarkably sharp and distinct, and they are seldom seen from N'Chwaning. This attractive example of the species, and is a lovely thumbnail for collectors. These are arguably the best Bixbyite crystals in the world outside of Utah.

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