Hausmannite on drusy Andradite Garnet

NChwaning II Mine, Kalahari Manganese Field, South Africa
Miniature, 4.2 x 3.1 x 2.1 cm
Start Time: 10/08/2009 6:30:00 pm (CDT)
End Time: 10/15/2009 6:38:34 pm (CDT)
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Item Description

Ultra sharp, splendent, jet-black, tetragonal, hausmannite crystals intergrown in striking pagoda-like clusters and set beautifully on matrix of drusy andradite garnet. The excellent luster causes these crystals to sparkle even in medium light. An excellent specimen by any standard and better in person! The worlds finest hausmannites come from the Kalahari Manganese Field and this is a very fine example. Ex Tarnowski Collection.

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