Spessartine
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A cluster of gemmy and lustrous, deep cherry-red spessartine garnet crystals beautifully nestled on massive galena, chalcopyrite and rhodonite matrix from the famous North Mine at Broken Hill. Spessartines reach 1.3 cm on this piece.
Product details
SpeciesSpessartine
SizeSmall Cabinet
Dimensions7.5 x 6.5 x 5.5 cm
Added on10/23/2024
LocalityAustralia, New South Wales, MMM Mine
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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