Shigaite, Rhodochrosite
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A beautiful and excellent combination specimen of a solid crust of very sparkly, transparent, rose-red rhodochrosite crystals RICHLY covered with gemmy, cherry-red, micro shigaite crystals on matrix from the famous N'Chwaning II Mine. This piece comes from a small recent find and is exceptional material with the extensive shigaite coverage.
Product details
SpeciesRhodochrosite, Shigaite
SizeMiniature
Dimensions4.3 x 3.3 x 1.5 cm
Added on10/23/2024
LocalitySouth Africa, Northern Cape, N'Chwaning II Mine
Known provenance
| Date | Collector | Acquisition price |
|---|---|---|
| 08/2024 | Unknown Owner | Not disclosed |
| — | The Arkenstone | Not disclosed |
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Mineral guide
Learn about Rhodochrosite
deep pink to rich red manganese carbonate with vitreous crystals, diverse crystal habits, and renowned localities prized by collectors.Regional guide
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