gem GARNET var. GROSSULAR, DIOPSIDE


Specimen: #14256
Locality: Jeffrey mine, Asbestos, Les Sources RCM, Estrie, Quebec, Canada
Size: 35mm x 19mm x 12mm
Size description: Miniature
Shipping: USA 8.60, Canada 11.80, Worldwide 12.80, China via UPS 29.00 (USD)
Status: SOLD

Gorgeous combo specimen of gem Grossular Garnet crystals attractively decorated by green Diopside blades. The Grossular crystals are extremely transparent, gem quality with superb luster and pleasing orange color. They are up to 7mm big with sharp rhombic dodecahedral habit. The Diopside crystals are green, well crystallized, with an elegant shape. For references see the 2013 issue of The Mineralogical Record vol. 44, # 4. In good condition - some nicks and contacts. On acrylic base.

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gem GARNET var. GROSSULAR, DIOPSIDE

gem GARNET var. GROSSULAR, DIOPSIDE

gem GARNET var. GROSSULAR, DIOPSIDE

gem GARNET var. GROSSULAR, DIOPSIDE