Rhodochrosite (M1092)
South Africa
LOCATION
N´chwaning, Kalahari Manganese Fields, Northern Cape Prov., South Africa
SIZE
42 x 39 x 36 mm
DESCRIPTION
This is truely an exceptional specimen. The crystal size, the luster, the assemble and this amazing tri-dimensional assemble even set on black manganese matrix! Some crystals show areas coated with micro crystals of Quartz - this material came out in the early 80ties and represent a great rarity. No significant damages to report. First phot with minor backlight, second one under daylight.