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Andradite var. Demantoid Garnet from Tubussis Farm 22, Erongo Region, Namibia

 
Andradite var. Demantoid Garnet from Tubussis Farm 22, Erongo Region, Namibia

Andradite var. Demantoid Garnet from Tubussis Farm 22, Erongo Region, Namibia

Andradite var. Demantoid Garnet from Tubussis Farm 22, Erongo Region, Namibia

DESCRIPTION:No. 78892
Mineral:Andradite var. Demantoid Garnet
Locality:Tubussis Farm 22, Erongo Region, Namibia
Description:Two interconnected lustrous transparent green demantoid garnet crystals, the green chrome-rich variety of the mineral species andradite garnet, with minor matrix on the bottom. The demantoid crystals are trapezohedral form with excellent clarity. Weight: 1.8 grams
Overall Size:13x10x9 mm
Crystals:7-10 mm
Archived: For reference only

 

 

 

 

 

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