gem GARNET var. GROSSULAR var. CHROMIAN, CHROMITE


Specimen: #9431
Locality: Jeffrey mine, Asbestos, Les Sources RCM, Estrie, Quebec, Canada
Size: 14mm x 9mm x 10mm
Size description: Thumbnail
Shipping: USA 8.60, Canada 11.80, Worldwide 12.80, China via UPS 29.00 (USD)
Status: SOLD

Extremely sparkling small specimen of Garnet var. Grossular to 1mm crystals with very small black Chromite inclusions. The crystals are with super deep emerald green color - result of Chromium. Rhombic dodecahedral, sharp crystallization, glassy luster and irresistible color. The crystals are gem. Very hard to find one of these now – the mine is inactive. For references see the issue of The Mineralogical Record vol. 44, # 4. In good condition – some small contacts. On acrylic base.

Glowing green gems!



gem GARNET var. GROSSULAR var. CHROMIAN, CHROMITE

gem GARNET var. GROSSULAR var. CHROMIAN, CHROMITE

gem GARNET var. GROSSULAR var. CHROMIAN, CHROMITE

gem GARNET var. GROSSULAR var. CHROMIAN, CHROMITE