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Spessartine Garnet from Hunza Valley, Gilgit-Baltistan, Pakistan

 
Spessartine Garnet from Hunza Valley, Gilgit-Baltistan, Pakistan

Spessartine Garnet from Hunza Valley, Gilgit-Baltistan, Pakistan

DESCRIPTION:No. 18162
Mineral:Spessartine Garnet
Locality:Hunza Valley, Gilgit-Baltistan, Pakistan
Description:Gemmy red spessartine garnets up to 7 mm on matrix of muscovite crystals up to 15 mm. The spessartine garnet crystals are translucent and contrast beautifully against the lighter matrix.
Overall Size:11x7x6 cm
Crystals:2-15 mm
Archived: For reference only

 

 

 

 

 

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