Olmiite (rare)

Item Description

Without the specimens from the N'Chwaning Mines, most people would have no knowledge of the species Olmiite. This species, despite its noteworthy presence on the market for the past several years, is still a rare species, only found in four mines in the world! The N'Chwaning specimens are iconic and world class, as collectors have seen exemplary representations of this gorgeous calcium manganese silicate. It's important to note that Olmiite has only been a valid species since 2006, so it has to be one of the most significant discoveries in decades as most new species are often microscopic and not terribly colorful. Keep in mind that virtually all of these specimens were labeled as being Poldervaartite several years ago (as is the case with this specimen), but very few confirmed pieces of Poldervaartite exist, and it is now is an exceptionally rare species. I think of these specimens the same way I do Pentagonite, which is to say that they are both incredibly rare and beautiful species with clearly eye-visible crystals, and finest specimens truly come from one place in the world. This piece features a good sized (3.3 cm) spherical group of well-crystallized, tan-peach colored Olmiite aesthetically sitting on matrix. A very showy miniature sized specimen with no damage. Fine quality and just beautiful. Priced in the inventory at $1,500.