Ettringite from South Africa, Northern Cape, N'Chwaning Mines

John Capelli
Boston, Massachusetts, United States
0 for sale·Member since 2026

I acquired this ettringite some number of years ago. From the classic South African locale, this ettringite boasts great aesthetics. The contrast between the yellow ettringite crystals and the black matrix create a very photogenic specimen.

Product details

SpeciesEttringite
SizeThumbnail
Dimensions2.5 x 1.0 x 1.0 cm
Added on02/24/2026

Known provenance

DateCollectorAcquisition price
2024John CapelliNot disclosed

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Ettringite
Mineral guide
Learn about Ettringite
lemon-yellow hexagonal prisms; a fragile hydrated sulfate with notable localities like Kalahari and Eifel, Crestmore, prized by collectors.
Regional guide
Ettringite from N'Chwaning Mines
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