Shigaite, Rhodochrosite
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Shigaite is a rare aluminum manganese sulfate. This showy and excellent crust features a well-placed strand of gemmy, dark cherry-red compound shigaite crystals placed across the top of the rich coverage of very sparkly, transparent, rose-red rhodochrosite crystals, which are sprinkled with gemmy, cherry-red, micro shigaite crystals.
Product details
SpeciesRhodochrosite, Shigaite
SizeMiniature
Dimensions3.8 x 3.5 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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