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Manganoan Calcite pokerchips (New Find)
- Huanggang Mine, Hexigten Banner, Ulanhad League, Inner Mongolia A.R., China
- Miniature, 5.4 x 2.4 x 1.8 cm
- Start Time: 02/18/2012 6:30:00 pm (CST)
- End Time: 02/23/2012 6:30:00 pm (CST)
- Auction Closed
Item Description
Stout, light pink, pseudohexagonal, "pokerchip", manganoan calcite prisms are elegantly scattered on the calcite matrix on this striking and aesthetic specimen from a New Chinese find. The translucent crystals have a frosted look. They certainly remind one of classic Charcas, Mexico specimens and are just as fine. Just a bit of bruising to two crystals is noted. This excellent piece displays well from several directions. Super fluoresence!