Deep Reddish-brown Andradite

Deep Reddish-brown Andradite from Wessels Mine, Kalahari Manganese Fields, Kuruman District, Northern Cape Province, South Africa

Collection

John Betts - Fine Minerals

Description

Complex cluster of intergrown translucent red-brown Andradite crystals up to 30 mm with greenish Clinochlore crystals up to 3 mm on one side. The Andradite garnet crystals are dodecahedral form and have complex textured faces. Ex. Willy Israel collection.

Locality

Wessels Mine, Kalahari Manganese Fields, Kuruman District, Northern Cape Province, South Africa

Dimensions

40 x 30 x 25 mm.


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