Splendid Vesuvianite var. Manganoan from the famous Jeffrey mine, Quebec, Canada. The crystals are well terminated. The Vesuvianite has intense dark purple color to raspberry caps. The luster is strong and the tips are gemmy. Displays nicely all over 360 degree. For references see the issue of The Mineralogical Record vol. 44, # 4. In very good condition – some contacts. On acrylic base.
Attractive Vesuvianite!