ELECTRIC ETTRINGITE — N’CHWANING MAGIC

ELECTRIC ETTRINGITE — N’CHWANING MAGIC

This one absolutely POPS.

An incredible Ettringite on Hematite with Brucite & Calcite from the legendary N’Chwaning II Mine, South Africa — featuring a commanding lemon-yellow Ettringite crystal rising dramatically from that dark, sparkling Hematite matrix.

The contrast is insane. That vivid yellow saturation against the nearly black metallic matrix makes the Ettringite look like it’s glowing from within. Add the secondary crystal, Brucite and Calcite, and the entire composition just works.

And then there’s the provenance…

Ex. Most High Minerals / J Ras

A killer Kalahari Manganese Field specimen combining color, contrast, crystal form, association, and pedigree in one seriously eye-catching piece.

Another reminder that nature creates combinations no artist could dream up.

Earth’s art.

N’Chwaning II Mine, Kuruman, Kalahari Manganese Field, Northern Cape, South Africa
Ettringite on Hematite with Brucite & Calcite