gem GARNET var. GROSSULAR, CLINOCHLORE


Specimen: #18618
Locality: Jeffrey mine, Val-des-Sources (Asbestos), Les Sources RCM, Estrie, Quebec, Canada
Size: 35mm x 22mm x 31mm
Size description: Miniature
Shipping: USA 8.60, Canada 11.80, Worldwide 12.80, China via UPS 29.00 (USD)
Status: SOLD

Gorgeous jewel of orange colored Grossular Garnets attractively growing on green Clinochlore from the famous Jeffrey mine, Quebec, Canada. This is more uncommon combo from Jeffrey mine. The Grossular crystals are up to 5mm, transparent, water clear, gem quality with superb luster and pleasant color. They have perfect rhombic dodecahedral crystal habit. The Clinochlore crystals are well developed in rosette clusters with green color. The high quality of the minerals gives a fascinating display. For references see 2013 issue of The Mineralogical Record vol. 44, # 4. In very good condition – some small damages on the base.

Mesmerizing!



gem GARNET var. GROSSULAR, CLINOCHLORE

gem GARNET var. GROSSULAR, CLINOCHLORE

gem GARNET var. GROSSULAR, CLINOCHLORE

gem GARNET var. GROSSULAR, CLINOCHLORE

gem GARNET var. GROSSULAR, CLINOCHLORE