Quartz from Hotazel, Northern Cape, South Africa - image 1
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Quartz from Hotazel, Northern Cape, South Africa

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The front side of this matrix is mostly covered with sparkling black crystals of manganite averaging 0.2 cm in size. Minor quartz on the backside of the matrix. This is in good condition.

Product details

SpeciesQuartzManganite
SizeSmall Cabinet
Dimensions10.0 x 7.0 x 4.0 cm
Added on03/03/2025
LocalitySouth Africa, Northern Cape, Hotazel
Current owner
Unknown Owner
Acquired
Oct 2026
Previous owners
DateCollectorAcquisition price
—Weinrich MineralsNot disclosed

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Locality guide
Hotazel
Hotazel, South Africa — renowned Kalahari manganese locality known for deep-pink rhodochrosite on black manganite, rich paragenesis, and collector appeal.