Ettringite
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This cute miniature has crossing crystals, the largest 3.6 cm long, arranged like a bowtie at the front of a knob of matrix. The matrix is coated by a rolling carpet of soft white oyelite, and micro-hausmannites. The crystals have good lemony yeloow color, translucency, shimmering surface luster.
Product details
SpeciesEttringite
SizeMiniature
Dimensions4.0 x 4.0 x 2.5 cm
Added on10/23/2024
LocalitySouth Africa, Northern Cape, N'Chwaning Mines
Known provenance
| Date | Collector | Acquisition price |
|---|---|---|
| 08/2024 | Unknown Owner | $1,250.00 |
| — | The Arkenstone | Not disclosed |
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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
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