Colorful cluster of Manganoan Vesuvianite. The crystals are gem and have very pleasing purple color with some apple-green nuances. With fresh appearance, strongly lustrous and sparkling. Overall, the finest Vesuvianite in the world came from this great, now - inactive mine. For references see the issue of The Mineralogical Record vol. 44, # 4. In good condition – some contacts. On acrylic base.
Superb purple!