Gorgeous Vesuvianite var. Manganoan specimen with intergrown some doubly terminated crystals. They are perfectly terminated, with pointy tips. The Vesuvianite has intense dark purple color. The luster is strong and the tips are gem. Displays nicely on both sides. For references see the issue of The Mineralogical Record vol. 44, # 4. Some contacts and nicks. On acrylic base.
Killer small Manganoan Vesuvianite!