Tantalite-(Mn) in Quartz

Specimen ID: 9VA-LMJ

Title
Tantalite-(Mn) in Quartz
Locality
As recorded:
Paprok, Kamdesh District, Nuristan Province, Afganistan
Dimensions
37mm x 25mm x 25mm
Description
Blocky, deep red, 1cm crystal of Tantalite-(Mn) contrasting beautifully against a clean white quartz matrix. The tantalite shows sharp crystal faces, one with striations, and deep internal reflections combined with a sub-metallic lustre give a most attractive sheen to the colour. There is a very small scuff on one corner but the tantalite is otherwise damage freee and shows excellent crystal form. Excellent example, showy and aesthetic. Displays best supported.
Previous data
Mineral(s)
Name withheld

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