Manganoan Calcite (fluorescent!)

Manaoshan Mine, Dongpo ore field, Chenzhou, Hunan, China
Small Cabinet, 7.2 x 6.4 x 5.3 cm
Start Time: 03/14/2019 6:30:00 pm (CDT)
End Time: 03/21/2019 6:30:00 pm (CDT)
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Item Description

Fabulous pagodas of stacked nailhead manganoan calcite rhombs form a stunning and pristine 360-degree specimen this less well-known Fe-Mn-Au mine. The pretty light pastel-pink translucent rhombs have subtle dense stepped-growth and satin lustre faces. Specimens are seldom on the market and this superb piece is from the circa 2009 find. Comes with a custom engraved lucite base valued at $145, for free. Bright neon-orange fluorescence!

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