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Gageite
- Wessels Mine, Kalahari manganese fields, South Africa
- Thumbnail, 2.9 x 2.0 x 1.8 cm
- Start Time: 05/08/2013 5:30:00 pm (CDT)
- End Time: 05/28/2013 5:30:00 pm (CDT)
- Auction Closed
Item Description
Gageite is a rare, hydrous manganese silicate, and this large thumbnail is classic for the species with its delicate, 'felted' habit. For what it is, a relatively rare mineral often found in small amounts, this is a fine and highly representative specimen.