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Shigaite from N'Chwaning Mines, Northern Cape, South Africa

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Good rich example for the species with dark red platy groupings of shigaite averaging 0.3 cm in size across the top of this rhodochrosite crystal matrix. In good condition.

Product details

SpeciesShigaite
SizeSmall Cabinet
Dimensions7.5 x 4.5 x 3.0 cm
Added on03/18/2025
LocalitySouth Africa, Northern Cape, N'Chwaning Mines

Current owner

Unknown Owner
Acquired
Nov 2025
Price paid
$955.00

Previous owners

DateCollectorAcquisition price
—Weinrich MineralsNot disclosed

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