Spessartine
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A RARE, 1.6 cm, glassy and gemmy, golden-brown spessartine garnet crystal nicely nestled atop milky quartz from a most unusual and NEW African locality - the Kaiiado District of Kenya.
Product details
SpeciesSpessartine
SizeSmall Cabinet
Dimensions7.0 x 5.3 x 4.1 cm
Added on10/23/2024
LocalityKenya, Kajiado County, South Rift Valley
Known provenance
| Date | Collector | Acquisition price |
|---|---|---|
| 08/2024 | Unknown Owner | Not disclosed |
| — | The Arkenstone | Not disclosed |
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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
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