Sparkling specimen of Garnet var. Grossular var. Chromian with Diopside. The Grossular crystals are with vivid green color result of Chromium. On the back side the crystals are colorless. They have sharp rhombic dodecahedral crystallization, strong luster and irresistible color. The crystals are opaque on the front side to gem on the back. Lighter green Diopside adds nice accent. Some micro black Chromite is seen too. Displays all over 360 degree. For references see the 2013 issue of The Mineralogical Record vol. 44, # 4. In excellent condition – some small contacts. On acrylic base.

Glowing green Grossular!