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Spessartine

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Mark & Sharon Godon
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Spessartine, 3.3 cm, from Rutherford No. 2 mine, Amelia, Amelia County, Virginia. Jeff Scovil photo.

Product details

Species
SpessartineAbout Spessartine →
SizeMiniature
Dimensions3.3 cm
Added on02/13/2026
Locality
USA, Virginia
Publications
  • Mineralogical Record Mineral Collections In American Northeast page 156

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Mineral guide
Learn about Spessartine
(Mn3Al2Si3O12) is the vivid orange garnet prized for gemmy, sharp crystals and brilliant luster; forms with smoky quartz and feldspar.
Regional guide
Spessartine from Virginia
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