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Manganite

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An excellent, OLD-TIME cluster of highly lustrous, striated, jet-black manganite prisms on massive manganite matrix. These old pieces came out in about 1886-1888 (per Bancroft's book). This fine piece is impressive from both sides. Superb crystals, large overall size, and high luster make this an excellent small cabinet piece.

Product details

SpeciesManganite
SizeSmall Cabinet
Dimensions8.2 x 5.4 x 5.0 cm
Added on10/23/2024
LocalityGermany, Thuringia, Ilfeld

Known provenance

DateCollectorAcquisition price
08/2024Unknown OwnerNot disclosed
—The ArkenstoneNot disclosed

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Manganite
Mineral guide
Learn about Manganite
black metallic MnO(OH) with steel-gray luster and crisp, striated crystals; sought for large, lustrous specimens from Ilfeld and Kalahari Field.
Manganite
Regional guide
Manganite from Ilfeld, Germany
from Ilfeld, Germany — type locality and historic benchmark for collectors, featuring jet-black prisms with brilliant luster and striking form.