Olmiite w/ Calcite (NEW FIND)

Item Description

An aesthetic and rich olmiite and calcite small cabinet from a brand NEW FIND mid-2016 find from the famous N'Chwaning II Mine aptly named the Chocolate Pocket. Olmiite specimens from here are a classic and desirable species. Sculptural intergrown "balls" of densely intergrown orthorhombic crystals aesthetically set on matrix with more olmiite and with a nicely nestled vug of striking, contrasting gemmy calcite crystals on one side. The olmiite has the rich chocolate-brown color the pocket is named after. Complete all-around and pristine. A very fine, fascinating and colorful combination small cabinet from the New Find.