A superb specimen of lustrous garnet var. andradite var. melanite crystals sitting on a pargasite matrix from Arrondissement Diakon, Kayes Region, Mali. The melanite crystals to 16 mm are very well shaped and isolated. They are black with a sharp rhombic dodecahedral habit and a strong luster. They have pretty beveled edges. Some areas on the faces have tobacco color. Dark pargasite crystals form the base. Pargasite is a rare complex silicate species of the Amphibole Group. In excellent condition. On acrylic base.

Choice melanite piece!