Grossular, Vesuvianite

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specimen
Grossular, Vesuvianite
SpeciesSize
Comments
Details
ColorsOrange
Origin
Belvidere Mountain Quarries (Vermont Asbestos Group mine; VAG mine; Ruberoid Asbestos mine; Eden Mills quarries), Lowell & Eden, Orleans & Lamoille Cos., Vermont, USA
SizeMiniature
Dimensions4.9 x 4.0 x 3.7 cm
Description
Gemmy and lustrous, honey-colored grossular garnets to 8 mm aesthetically perched on the side of a beautiful cluster of very glassy vesuvianite crystals from Eden Mills. The little starburst of glassy quartz crystals is a very nice accent. Ex. George Elling Collection.
Known provenanceKnowing where your specimen comes from and who owned it adds to its story and value. Good provenance helps prove it's authentic and preserves important details about its discovery.
Unknown owner
Purchase
Richardson, Texas, USA

Unknown previous owners

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