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Andradite Garnet from N'Chwaning II Mine, Kalahari Manganese Field, Northern Cape Province, South Africa

 
Andradite Garnet from N'Chwaning II Mine, Kalahari Manganese Field, Northern Cape Province, South Africa

Andradite Garnet from N'Chwaning II Mine, Kalahari Manganese Field, Northern Cape Province, South Africa

DESCRIPTION:No. 34325
Mineral:Andradite Garnet
Locality:N'Chwaning II Mine, Kalahari Manganese Field, Northern Cape Province, South Africa
Description:One face of matrix completely coated with translucent red andradite garnet crystals. Under magnification the crystals are seen to be dodecahedral form with matte textured faces. Some areas are barren.
Overall Size:6.5x5x2 cm
Crystals:.2-.5 mm
Archived: For reference only

 

 

 

 

 

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