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Hematite and Andradite Garnet from Wessels Mine, Kalahari Manganese Field, Northern Cape Province, South Africa

 
Hematite and Andradite Garnet from Wessels Mine, Kalahari Manganese Field, Northern Cape Province, South Africa

Hematite and Andradite Garnet from Wessels Mine, Kalahari Manganese Field, Northern Cape Province, South Africa

Hematite and Andradite Garnet from Wessels Mine, Kalahari Manganese Field, Northern Cape Province, South Africa

DESCRIPTION:No. 23879
Mineral:Hematite and Andradite Garnet
Locality:Wessels Mine, Kalahari Manganese Field, Northern Cape Province, South Africa
Description:Large crystals of metallic hematite up to 35 mm with partial coating of red andradite garnet crystals up to .2 mm. Very aesthetic contrast of colors. Hard to photograph - must be seen in person to be appreciated.
Overall Size:7x5x5 cm
Crystals:.2-35 mm
Archived: For reference only

 

 

 

 

 

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