gem GARNET var. GROSSULAR var. TSAVORITE - floater (Ref: 21713)
Merelani Hills (Mererani), Lelatema Mts, Arusha Region, Tanzania
9mm x 7mm x 6mm
A magnificent crystal of gem grossular garnet var. tsavorite from the famous Merelani Hills, Tanzania. Tsavorite is a very rare, green, chromium or vanadium variety of grossular. It is 4.75 carats, very vitreous, clear, transparent and gem with a strong luster. It has a green color and sharp rhombic dodecahedral crystal habit. Some graphite inclusions are seen too. It is complete all over floater. For references see the 2009 issue of The Mineralogical Record vol. 40, # 5. In excellent condition – some micro nicks. With acrylic base – not glued., Gorgeous tsavorite!, From: Quebul Fine Minerals
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