Spessartine, Apatite
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What a combo! I have never seen a combination specimen quite like this from here, with beads of red garnet enveloping a stacked cluster of hexagonal apatite crystals. It is a very pretty and unsusual piece, even to those who are tired of the same old Pakistani material now! 3.8 x 3.1 x 2.4 cm
Product details
SpeciesSpessartine, Apatite
SizeMiniature
Dimensions3.8 x 3.1 x 2.4 cm
Added on10/23/2024
LocalityPakistan, Gilgit-Baltistan, Nagar
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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