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Hematite with Andradite Garnet and Calcite
- Wessels Mine, Kalahari MN fields, N. Cape Prov., South Africa
- Thumbnail, 2.7 x 2.4 x 1.8 cm
- Start Time: 08/31/2013 6:30:00 pm (CDT)
- End Time: 09/12/2013 6:30:00 pm (CDT)
- Auction Closed
Item Description
Blindingly lustrous, classic example of Hematite from the Wessels Mine with jet black color. Rather than the more dodec-type habit, the crystals here are mirror-brilliant scalenohedrons up to 2.6 cm long, the most rare habit! They are associated with Calcite and minor Andradite Garnets. Superb aesthetics and rare habit make this a stunning large thumbnail specimen. Value d$1000.