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Grossular-Andradite Garnet from Marmoraton Iron Mine, Marmora, Ontario, Canada

 
Grossular-Andradite Garnet from Marmoraton Iron Mine, Marmora, Ontario, Canada

Grossular-Andradite Garnet from Marmoraton Iron Mine, Marmora, Ontario, Canada

DESCRIPTION:No. 29400
Mineral:Grossular-Andradite Garnet
Locality:Marmoraton Iron Mine, Marmora, Ontario, Canada
Description:Massive garnet matrix with a shallow pocket that allowed the formation of complete crystals up to 16 mm. The garnet is grossular-andradite mixture and composition varies throughout the crystals. The crystal form is trapezohedral.
Overall Size:8x7x5 cm
Crystals:5-16 mm
Archived: For reference only

 

 

 

 

 

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