iso-oriented gem GARNET var. GROSSULAR


Specimen: #12720
Locality: Jeffrey mine, Asbestos, Les Sources RCM, Estrie, Quebec, Canada
Size: 26mm x 25mm x 20mm
Size description: Toenail
Shipping: USA 8.60, Canada 11.80, Worldwide 12.80, China via UPS 29.00 (USD)
Status: SOLD

Rare iso-oriented Garnet var. Grossular. Iso-oriented Garnet crystals means that their sides are parallel to the axes of the coordinate system. The Grossular is very glassy, transparent, gem quality with superb luster and pleasing cream color. They are very sparkling and light reflective up to 6mm big. Very sharp rhombic dodecahedral crystal habit. Fine specimen from this closed mine. For references see the 2013 issue of The Mineralogical Record vol. 44, # 4. In excellent condition – some small contacts. On acrylic base.

Unusual iso-oriented Grossular!



iso-oriented gem GARNET var. GROSSULAR

iso-oriented gem GARNET var. GROSSULAR

iso-oriented gem GARNET var. GROSSULAR