Rare colorless and gem Grossular Garnet crystals up to 6mm growing on tender light green Diopside needles from the famous Jeffrey mine, Quebec, Canada. The Garnet crystals are transparent, gem quality with superb luster and clear. They have light green hue due to inclusions. The crystals have sharp rhombic dodecahedral habit. They are scattered on light green Diopside needles with sparkling appearance. For references see the 2013 issue of The Mineralogical Record vol. 44, # 4. In very good condition – some outside edge contacts. On acrylic base.
Marvelous!