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Kimberlite with Pyrope and Peridot from South Africa

 
Kimberlite with Pyrope and Peridot from South Africa

Kimberlite with Pyrope and Peridot from South Africa

DESCRIPTION:No. 18562
Mineral:Kimberlite with Pyrope and Peridot
Locality:South Africa
Description:Gray kimberlite, the host rock where diamonds occur, with numerous inclusions of dark red pyrope garnet and green peridot. The bottom is sawn flat to reveal the inclusions.
Overall Size:6x6x4 cm
Crystals:3 mm
Archived: For reference only

 

 

 

 

 

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