Calcite
N'Chwaning II Mine, Kalahari Manganese Field, Northern Cape, South Africa.
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Calcite & Ettringite
N'Chwaning II Mine, Kalahari Manganese Field, Northern Cape, South Africa
Reference specimen
Dimensions
Display units
- Metric
- 1.7 x 3.9 x 1.2 cm
- Inches
The specimen is with hematite included calcite with ettringite covering an extended mixed ore matrix. Under the microscope the ettringite are prolific gemmy hexagonal prismatic crystals. The sprays of calcite are striking in deep red-oxide colouration.
Specimen data
- Specimen number
- SAMS-441
- Size class
- Miniature
- Country
- South Africa
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Mineral sizing guide
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