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Grossular Garnet var. Tsavorite from Lindi Province, Tanzania

 
Grossular Garnet var. Tsavorite from Lindi Province, Tanzania

Photo below under shortwave ultraviolet illumination:
Grossular Garnet var. Tsavorite from Lindi Province, Tanzania

DESCRIPTION:No. 23027
Mineral:Grossular Garnet var. Tsavorite
Locality:Lindi Province, Tanzania
Description:Gemmy crystal of mint-green tsavorite garnet. This crystal is like a mini-gemstone, the many crystal faces resemble faceted faces and the crystal is internally flawless. Small black matrix attached on bottom is visible through the crystal.
Overall Size:9x7x7 mm
Crystals:9 mm
Archived: For reference only

 

 

 

 

 

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