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Manganosite (rare Mn oxide) ex Mullane Coll.
- Langban, Filipstad, Varmland, Sweden
- Small Cabinet, 5.8 x 3.7 x 3.5 cm
- Start Time: 10/08/2009 6:30:00 pm (CDT)
- End Time: 10/15/2009 6:47:41 pm (CDT)
- Auction Closed
Item Description
Manganosite is a rare manganese oxide and usually is found as irregular grains or masses. This very rich, old-time specimen from the famous Langban Mine of Swedens features rare octahedrons, subhedral crystals and massive manganosite. The fresh, broken, emerald-green crystals darken to brown or black upon exposure. This is a super-rich, very uncommon example of the rare species and world-famous locale. Ex Dennis Mullane Collection and comes with an older, faded Burminco label from the 1950s or 60s.