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Grossular Garnet from Basin Garnet Locality, Phippsburg, Sagadahoc County, Maine

 
Grossular Garnet from Basin Garnet Locality, Phippsburg, Sagadahoc County, Maine

Grossular Garnet from Basin Garnet Locality, Phippsburg, Sagadahoc County, Maine

DESCRIPTION:No. 49575
Mineral:Grossular Garnet
Locality:Basin Garnet Locality, Phippsburg, Sagadahoc County, Maine
Description:Two partial crystals of grossular garnet with dodecahedral form and orange-brown color. The grossular crystal faces are lustrous with irregular surface pitting in areas. The rear of the crystals is incomplete because they altered into massive garnet.
Overall Size:3.5x2.5x1.5 cm
Crystals:24-18 mm
Archived: For reference only

 

 

 

 

 

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