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Spessartine with Schorl

Unknown Owner
Attractive combination specimen with a lustrous deep red slightly translucent spessartine crystal 1.3 cm in size lustrous crystal of schorl. The schorl is naturally crystallized on both terminations. This is in good condition. Minor muscovite is present on the backside.

Product details

Species
Spessartine, SchorlAbout Spessartine →
SizeMiniature
Dimensions3.3 x 2.5 x 2.1 cm
Added on08/25/2025
Locality
Pakistan, Gilgit-Baltistan, Shigar Valley

Known provenance

DateCollectorAcquisition price
—Unknown Owner$175.00
—Weinrich MineralsNot 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
Spessartine from Shigar Valley
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