rare - colorless gem GARNET var. GROSSULAR, DIOPSIDE


Specimen: #18032
Locality: Jeffrey mine, Asbestos, Les Sources RCM, Estrie, Quebec, Canada
Size: 39mm x 36mm x 20mm
Size description: Miniature
Shipping: USA 12.80, Canada 11.80, Worldwide 18.90, China via UPS 33.00 (USD)
Status: SOLD

 

Gorgeous rare colorless and gem Grossular Garnet crystals up to 3mm 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 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!



rare - colorless gem GARNET var. GROSSULAR, DIOPSIDE

rare - colorless gem GARNET var. GROSSULAR, DIOPSIDE

rare - colorless gem GARNET var. GROSSULAR, DIOPSIDE

rare - colorless gem GARNET var. GROSSULAR, DIOPSIDE