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Tantalite-(Mn)
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Single well-formed tabular crystal of Tantalite-(Mn) from the Chapa Dara Pegmatite area in Afghanistan. The Tantalite crystal measuring to 3.3cm with modified corners and striated on the broad faces with a very dark deep red almost black colour, and displays of maroon red to some areas. A small area of matrix Albite and Muscovite is seen on a corner of the specimen.
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SpeciesTantalite
SizeMiniature
Dimensions3.0 x 3.7 x 2.0 cm
Added on05/03/2025
LocalityAfghanistan, Nuristan
Current owner
Unknown Owner
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| Date | Collector | Acquisition price |
|---|---|---|
| — | Crystal Classics | Not disclosed |
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Mineral guide
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high-tantalum mineral (Fe/Mn) forming stout, black prismatic crystals in granitic pegmatites; rare display crystals on matrix with associations.Regional guide
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