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Grossular var. Tsavorite Garnet from Merelani Hills, near Arusha, Tanzania

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DESCRIPTION:	No. 78568
Mineral:	Grossular var. Tsavorite Garnet
Locality:	Merelani Hills, near Arusha, Tanzania
Description:	Lustrous transparent green tsavorite garnet crystal, the green gem variety of grossular garnet, with minor dark graphite on the bottom where it was attached. The green color of tsavorite garnet is caused by high chromium and vanadium content. Weight: 12.16 carats
Overall Size:	14x12x8 mm
Crystals:	14 mm
Archived:	For reference only

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