gem GARNET var. GROSSULAR, DIOPSIDE, CLINOCHLORE


Specimen: #13265
Locality: Jeffrey mine, Asbestos, Les Sources RCM, Estrie, Quebec, Canada
Size: 23mm x 14mm x 12mm
Size description: Toenail
Shipping: USA 8.60, Canada 11.80, Worldwide 12.80, China via UPS 29.00 (USD)
Status: SOLD

Magnificent combo specimen of gem Grossular Garnets attractively set on green Diopside blade. The Grossular crystals are extremely transparent, gem quality with superb luster and pleasing orange color. They are up to 5mm big. Some micro crystals of Clinochlore are sprinkled above. The Diopside crystal is light green, well crystallized, with elegant shape. Complete all over 360 degree. For references see the 2013 issue of The Mineralogical Record vol. 44, # 4. In very good condition - some small nicks and contacts. On acrylic base.

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gem GARNET var. GROSSULAR, DIOPSIDE, CLINOCHLORE

gem GARNET var. GROSSULAR, DIOPSIDE, CLINOCHLORE

gem GARNET var. GROSSULAR, DIOPSIDE, CLINOCHLORE

gem GARNET var. GROSSULAR, DIOPSIDE, CLINOCHLORE