rare - colorless gem GARNET var. GROSSULAR, DIOPSIDE


Specimen: #16074
Locality: Jeffrey mine, Asbestos, Les Sources RCM, Estrie, Quebec, Canada
Size: 33mm x 24mm x 19mm
Size description: Miniature
Shipping: USA 8.60, Canada 11.80, Worldwide 12.80, China via UPS 29.00 (USD)
Status: SOLD

Very rare colorless and gem Grossular Garnet crystals up to 1,5mm growing on tender light green Diopside needles from the famous Jeffrey mine, Quebec, Canada. The Garnet crystals are transparent, gem quality with superb luster and clear. They have sharp rhombic dodecahedral habit. They are scattered on light green Diopside needles with sparkling appearance. For references see the 2013 issue of The Mineralogical Record vol. 44, # 4.  In very good condition – some outside edge contacts. On acrylic base.
Marvelous!



rare - colorless gem GARNET var. GROSSULAR, DIOPSIDE

rare - colorless gem GARNET var. GROSSULAR, DIOPSIDE

rare - colorless gem GARNET var. GROSSULAR, DIOPSIDE

rare - colorless gem GARNET var. GROSSULAR, DIOPSIDE

rare - colorless gem GARNET var. GROSSULAR, DIOPSIDE