Hausmannite on Manganite, with Calcite

Wessels Mine, Kalahari manganese fields, Northern Cape Province, South Africa
Miniature, 5.3 x 3.7 x 3.5 cm
Start Time: 12/05/2013 6:45:00 pm (CST)
End Time: 12/17/2013 6:03:02 pm (CST)
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Item Description

Superb, stately specimen of Hausmannite on Manganite, with a small amount of Calcite for accent. The Hausmannites are classic - tetragonal pyramids with mutiple, overlapping stepped growths, and superb luster. On top of that, the crystals are HUGE - up to 2.1 cm on edge. The several Hausmannites rest on a Manganite matrix that is massive to sparkly microcrystalline. An excellent, aesthetic specimen for this desirable species. valued $750

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