Grossular, Calcite
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An unusual locality piece a plate of Erongo garnets. Large (up to 1.7 cm) purple-red Grossular Garnets embedded in Calcite. Additionally, the garnets have a complex, and very attractive, striation pattern very similar to those that have come out of China in the last decade, along with good luster. Ex. Charlie Key.
Product details
SizeSmall Cabinet
Dimensions6.7 x 4.2 x 2.5 cm
Added on10/23/2024
LocalityNamibia, Erongo Region, Erongo Mountains
Known provenance
| Date | Collector | Acquisition price |
|---|---|---|
| 08/2024 | Unknown Owner | Not disclosed |
| — | The Arkenstone | Not disclosed |
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diverse shapes, colors, and optical quirks; widely available yet scarce elite pieces from Elmwood and Charcas drive collecting value and display.Regional guide
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