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Spinel with Pargasite

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A lustrous deep red slightly translucent octahedral crystal of spinel on a small amount of matrix with green translucent crystallized pargasite. A neat combination piece. This is complete all around and in great condition. The spinel crystal is incredibly fluorescent red under longwave ultraviolet light.

Product details

SpeciesSpinel, Pargasite
SizeThumbnail
Dimensions2.2 x 2.0 x 1.3 cm
Added on05/03/2025
LocalityTanzania, Morogoro Region, Mahenge

Known provenance

DateCollectorAcquisition price
05/2025Unknown Owner$105.00
—Weinrich MineralsNot disclosed

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Spinel
Mineral guide
Learn about Spinel
, color range from ruby red to cobalt blue, sharp octahedral form, hardness 8, rare gemmy crystals on marble, prized by collectors for rarity and luster.
Spinel
Regional guide
Spinel from Mahenge, Tanzania
from Mahenge, Tanzania — neon pink-red, marble-hosted crystals with sharp octahedra and gemmy zones, prized for color, form, and locality.