Detailed information
Species
Tapiolite , Quartz
Dimensions
38 x 35 x 20
mm
Locality
Baixão da Laje mine Parelhas, Rio Grande do Norte Brazil
Condition
No recorded repairs
An extremely rare example of crystallised Tapiolite from the Baixão da Laje mine in Grande do Norte, Brazil. This is a seldom seen iron-manganese niobate-tantalate and this small miniature displays several fine crystal faces. The Tapiolite is a dense black metallic mass with many iridescent faces and a little included milky Quartz. This is a species very rarely seen in private collections, making this an excellent opportunity to acquire a fine example.