Rhodochrosite, Quartz, Manganite
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This is a brilliantly sparkling specimen with tiny, jet-black manganite crystals perched on sparkly quartz druse, itself coating liberally a cluster of basally-terminated rhodochrosite crystals. The contrasts are striking! The rhodo formed as a "cap" of some kind upon an earlier generation of rounded rhodochrosite or calcite, as it has a rounded indentation in the base. This is one of the most breathtaking rhodo thumbnails I have seen. Sure, there are pieces with bigger crystals, and gemmier, but what a combo....! 2.5 x 2.25 x 2.25 cm
Product details
SpeciesQuartz, Manganite, Rhodochrosite
SizeThumbnail
Dimensions2.5 x 2.2 x 2.2 cm
Added on10/23/2024
LocalitySouth Africa, Northern Cape, N'Chwaning Mines
Known provenance
| Date | Collector | Acquisition price |
|---|---|---|
| 08/2024 | Unknown Owner | Not disclosed |
| — | The Arkenstone | Not disclosed |
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