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Photo by Augustin de Valence

Magnesite

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Magnesite penetration twin, 15.5 cm, from the Pomba mine, Brumado. Collection of the Mim Mineralogical Museum, Beirut; Augustin de Valence photo.

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Species
MagnesiteAbout Magnesite →
SizeLarge Cabinet
Dimensions15.5 cm
Added on03/26/2026
Locality
Brazil, Bahia, BrumadoRegional guide →
Publications
  • Mineralogical Record 57 2 page 74

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Mineral guide
Learn about Magnesite
sharp white rhombohedrons and botryoidal/stalactitic forms, plus Alpine pinolite varieties; prized for contrast, texture, and decorative cabinet app…
Magnesite
Regional guide
Magnesite from Brumado, Brazil
Brumado magnesite - Brazilian locality in Bahia producing display crystals, often with tourmaline or florencite; prized by collectors for contrast and aestheti…