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Manganite

Unknown Owner
A loose lustrous single black terminated crystal of manganite. In good condition. Very nice for this old German classic. Complete all around.

Product details

Species
ManganiteAbout Manganite →
SizeThumbnail
Dimensions2.2 x 0.5 x 0.4 cm
Added on11/23/2025
Locality
Germany, Thuringia, IlfeldRegional guide →

Known provenance

DateCollectorAcquisition price
05/2026Unknown Owner$55.00
—Weinrich MineralsNot disclosed

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Manganite
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.
Manganite
Regional guide
Manganite from Ilfeld, Germany
Ilfeld, Germany — manganite from the historic type locality, renowned for stout prismatic black crystals, intense luster, and exceptional collector value.