Manganite (1797) - Ilfeld, Thuringia, Germany

Manganite (1797)

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A lustrous black stout terminated crystal of manganite from this classic locality. In good condition.

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SpeciesManganite

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Dimensions1.8 x 1.3 x 0.9 cm

Added on09/16/2025

LocalityGermany, Thuringia, Ilfeld

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Previous owners

Date	Collector	Acquisition price
—	Weinrich Minerals	Not disclosed

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Mineral guide

Learn about Manganite

black metallic MnO(OH) with steel-gray luster and crisp, striated crystals; sought for large, lustrous specimens from Ilfeld and Kalahari Field.

Regional guide

Manganite from Ilfeld, Germany

from Ilfeld, Germany — type locality and historic benchmark for collectors, featuring jet-black prisms with brilliant luster and striking form.

Locality guide

Ilfeld

Ilfeld, Germany — historic manganese locality in the Harz famed for jet-black manganite crystals, ribbed prisms and open-pocket habits; essential for collector…

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