Ephesite

Kalahari Manganese Field, Kuruman, Kalahari, Northern Cape, South Africa

Small Cabinet

6.8 x 5.2 x 3.4 cm

An exceptional cluster of the rare lithium-rich mica group mineral, ephesite, that is salmon pink to vibrant red in color. It has two small sections of deeply saturated strawberry red crystals, however most of the piece features less saturated areas with pearlescent lustre. Striations of black and brown manganese matrix create a nice contrast throughout the piece. A very seldom seen Kalahari species, in excellent condition!