Cute small specimen of gem Grossular Garnet crystals attractively set on Diopside needles from the famous Jeffrey mine, Quebec, Canada. The Grossular crystals are transparent, gem quality with strong luster and pleasing bright orange color. They are up to 5mm big. The Diopside crystals are light needles, well crystallized with elongated shape. Displays nicely all over 360 degree. For references see the 2013 issue of The Mineralogical Record vol. 44, # 4. Some nicks and contacts. On acrylic base.

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