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Spessartine Garnet (gem-grade crystal) from Galiléia, Minas Gerais, Brazil

 
Spessartine Garnet (gem-grade crystal) from Galiléia, Minas Gerais, Brazil

Spessartine Garnet (gem-grade crystal) from Galiléia, Minas Gerais, Brazil

DESCRIPTION:No. 64024
Mineral:Spessartine Garnet (gem-grade crystal)
Locality:Galiléia, Minas Gerais, Brazil
Description:Gem-grade transparent orange spessartine garnet crystal with no matrix attached. The spessartine crystal is dodecahedral form with striated crystal faces. Internally the garnet crystal is nearly flawless and could produce a 7 mm gemstone. Weight: 5.73 carats
Overall Size:9x8x7 mm
Crystals:9 mm
Archived: For reference only

 

 

 

 

 

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