STURMANITE

A pinkish calcitic matrix with masses of tiny crystals amongst which are numerous intense yellow hexagonal crystals of sturmanite-ettringite to 8mm.   Some have been altered to an opaque cream with pinkish-brown terminations.

11.2cms x 5.2cms x 3.7cms

N'Chwaning #2 Mine, Kuruman, North Cape Province, South Africa.

ex Potts Collection #141.