Colorful specimen of Vesuvianite crystals decorated by Diopside from the famous Jeffrey mine, Quebec, Canada. The Vesuvianite crystals are gem with charming color variations from rich purple to apple-green. The colors are very pleasing. The crystals have strong glassy luster. Amber colored Diopside window panes grow above. They are transparent and gemmy. For references see the 2013 issue of The Mineralogical Record vol. 44, # 4. Some contacts. On acrylic base.
Wonderful Vesuvianite!