Olmiite with Pectolite

N'Chwaning II Mine, Kalahari Manganese Field, South Africa
Thumbnail, 2.7 x 1.8 x 1.4 cm
Start Time: 09/02/2010 6:30:00 pm (CDT)
End Time: 09/09/2010 6:30:00 pm (CDT)
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Item Description

The visual and aesthetic appeal of this thumbnail is stunning. An olmiite ball with top color and luster is strikingly complimented with glassy colorless blades of what appears to be pectolite, but I haven't had it tested to be sure. Irregardless, the association and beauty are unique. The crossed blades form a triangle on one edge of the manganite crust and crystals protude out of the olmiite on the other side. These crystals have broken tips, but are certainly a very modest detraction. Try to find another like it!

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