RARE Despujolsite Crystal N ' CHWANING III MINE, SOUTH AFRICA
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DespujolsiteN'Chwaning III Mine, N'Chwaning Mines, Kuruman, Kalahari manganese field, Northern Cape, South Africa.92cm x .62cm x .37cm
Description/Interesting Notes: A fantastic example of this very rare species from South Africa!!! These amazing despujolsite crystals came from a small, one time find made back in 2010!!! The small handful of crystals were almost instantly snatched up by collectors and have scarcely been seen since!!...! These crystals have remarkable color that is unlike anything else in the mineral kingdom!!! The color is a lively yellow-green that is much better than the pics show (if you have ever seen this material in person you know what I am talking about)!!! The crystal exhibits sharp, glassy faces with gemmy clarity!!! Although the crystal is incomplete on the reverse, it still displays fantastically in person!!! Don't miss out on this colorful sought-after rarity!!! The pics hardly do it justice!!! Must be seen in person to be fully appreciated!!!Good luck and be sure to check out my other exciting mineral auctions on ebay!!!
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