Manganite (classic material)

Ilfeld, Nordhausen, Harz, Thuringia, Germany (Type Locality)
Toenail, 3.3 x 2.0 x 1.7 cm
Start Time: 10/27/2016 6:45:00 pm (CDT)
End Time: 11/03/2016 6:45:00 pm (CDT)
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Item Description

Here we have a classic example of the famous Manganites from the renowned locality at Ilfeld, Germany, the type locality for the species. These are not only some of the most iconic examples of Manganite around, but the locality is completely defunct, and good specimens are rarely offered on the market. These crystals are instantly recognizable with their unique prismatic, striated form and beautiful jet-black, lustrous exteriors. The crystals on this specimen measure up to 9 mm, and while it's not a killer, it's a good overall reference specimen of this classic mateiral. From

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