Calcite from Wessels Mine, Northern Cape, South Africa - image 1
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Calcite from Wessels Mine, Northern Cape, South Africa

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A cluster of pink crystallized calcite, the top of this is richly scattered with micro crystals of manganite. In good condition with no points of attachment.

Product details

SpeciesCalciteManganite
SizeMiniature
Dimensions5.0 x 5.0 x 2.5 cm
Added on02/17/2025
LocalitySouth Africa, Northern Cape, Wessels Mine
Current owner
Unknown Owner
Acquired
Oct 2026
Previous owners
DateCollectorAcquisition price
—Weinrich MineralsNot disclosed

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Calcite
Mineral guide
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diverse shapes, colors, and optical quirks; widely available yet scarce elite pieces from Elmwood and Charcas drive collecting value and display.
Calcite
Regional guide
Calcite from Wessels Mine
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Locality guide
Wessels Mine
A collector's guide to Wessels Mine, South Africa: its geology, mining history and notable minerals, illustrated with the 578 specimens documented from this locality on EarthWonders.