Rich combo specimen of Garnet var. Andradite with Epidote, Diopside and Muscovite from Marki Khel, Afghanistan. It displays up to 5mm rhombic dodecahedron Andradite crystals. They are well shaped, sharp and highly lustrous, with deep red-brown color. The crystals have translucent and gemmy areas. The Diopside crystals have green color. They are prismatic and gemmy – very glassy and lustrous. Sparkling and colorful yellow-green Epidotes add a nice contrast. They are very lustrous and gem. Some Muscovite is seen too. In good condition – some contacts. On acrylic base.

Choice piece!