Hematite
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Hematite specimens from the Wessels are widely regarded for having some of the best metallic lusters for the species, often resembling more of a mirror than a crystal. This specimen is mostly composed of immense, steely-grey, tabular Hematite crystals, complete with smooth, highly reflective crystal faces that are accented with nicely stepped features; the back side of the Hematite differs somewhat with a more rugged texture. Each crystal is interwoven into a crescent-shaped incline that acts as a pedestal for a single sharply-formed, tabular crystal at the peak of the specimen (6.5 x 5.8 centimeters). The side edges and back of the specimen are framed with a starkly contrasting, sparkly druze of brownish-red Andradite Garnets and a few isolated groups of translucent white Albite. This piece comes with a custom acrylic base.
Product details
SpeciesHematite
SizeCabinet
Dimensions9.0 x 14.0 x 5.0 cm
Added on06/14/2025
LocalitySouth Africa, Northern Cape, Wessels Mine
Current owner
Unknown Owner
Previous owners
| Date | Collector | Acquisition price |
|---|---|---|
| — | Dan Kenned | Not disclosed |
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Mineral guide
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iron oxide with steel-gray to jet-black crystals and red earthy varieties; prized iron-rose rosettes and kidney ore, with a diagnostic red streak.Regional guide
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