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Almandine Garnet (gem crystal) from Bechtel Butte, Emerald Creek Garnet deposits, Latah County, Idaho

 
Almandine Garnet (gem crystal) from Bechtel Butte, Emerald Creek Garnet deposits, Latah County, Idaho

Almandine Garnet (gem crystal) from Bechtel Butte, Emerald Creek Garnet deposits, Latah County, Idaho

Almandine Garnet (gem crystal) from Bechtel Butte, Emerald Creek Garnet deposits, Latah County, Idaho

Almandine Garnet (gem crystal) from Bechtel Butte, Emerald Creek Garnet deposits, Latah County, Idaho

Almandine Garnet (gem crystal) from Bechtel Butte, Emerald Creek Garnet deposits, Latah County, Idaho

DESCRIPTION:No. 78762
Mineral:Almandine Garnet (gem crystal)
Locality:Bechtel Butte, Emerald Creek Garnet deposits, Latah County, Idaho
Description:Single crystal of almandine garnet with no matrix attached. The almandine shows it is gem quality translucent red when illuminated from the rear. The almandine crystal is trapezohedral form, plus dodecahedral corner faces, with textured crystal faces. Weight: 28.5 grams
Overall Size:28x27x23 mm
Crystals:28 mm
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