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Spessartine Garnet from Jos, Plateau State, Nigeria

 
Spessartine Garnet from Jos, Plateau State, Nigeria

DESCRIPTION:No. 25081
Mineral:Spessartine Garnet
Locality:Jos, Plateau State, Nigeria
Description:Two intergrown crystals of translucent, red-orange grossular garnet fully crystallized on all surfaces with no point of attachment - a floater. The crystal edges are rounded due to alluvial wear.
Overall Size:13x10x10 mm
Crystals:10 mm
Archived: For reference only

 

 

 

 

 

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