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 crystals are glassy, translucent to transparent and gem with strong 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 very good condition – some contacts. On acrylic base.

Unusual iso-oriented Grossular!