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Spessartine

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Alexander Schauss
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Spessartine, 2.0 cm, from the Broken Hill mine, Broken Hill, Broken Hill District, Yancowinna County, New South Wales, Australia. Collected at the mine in September 1980 by Alex Schauss. Part of the 1999 McDole Trophy winning display, and the 2010 Desautels Award winning display. Mark Mauthner photo.

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Species
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Dimensions2.0 cm
Added on02/13/2026
Locality
Australia, New South Wales, Broken Hill
Publications
  • Mineralogical Record Refined Elegance page 108

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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 Broken Hill
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