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Hausmannite

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The tetragonal hausmannite pyramids, 0.6 cm on edge, are sharp and lustrous. One of the truly great things about the specimen is that pyramids retain their individuality. I believe that the spherical pink crystals are Calcite - not sure. Ex. Charlie Key Collection.

Product details

SpeciesHausmannite
SizeMiniature
Dimensions3.0 x 3.0 x 2.0 cm
Added on10/23/2024
LocalitySouth Africa, Northern Cape, Wessels Mine

Known provenance

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

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Mineral guide
Learn about Hausmannite
(Mn3O4): jet-black, metallic luster with sharp pseudo-octahedra. From South Africa’s Kalahari Manganese Field, prized for dramatic contrast.
Hausmannite
Regional guide
Hausmannite from Wessels Mine, South Africa
Wessels Mine: classic hausmannite crystals, jet-black, mirror-bright and pagoda-like, from a premier Kalahari manganese locality prized by collectors.