Small Sturmanite on Matrix, N’chwaning Mine
R300.00
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SKU:
S927
Thumbnail Sturmanite Crystals on Manganese Matrix
Well formed, lustrous Sturmanite crystals on manganese matrix from N’chwaning, Kalahari Manganese Field, Northern Cape, South Africa.
Size: 32mm x 15mm
Weight: 5 grams
Sturmanite is an uncommon mineral found in cavities within bedded manganese deposits that have been metamorphosed. Sturmanite was as recently discovered as 1981 at the Black Rock Mine in the famed Kalahari manganese fields of South Africa. This region is known for its many rare mineral occurrences. The only sources of Sturmanite are from the Kuruman district, with relatively large crystals in the Wessels and N’Chwaning II mines, Northern Cape Province, South Africa.
The photos are taken in light studio but best efforts are made to reflect the true colour of the stones but there may be some variation in natural light.
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