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Garnet Var Hessonite

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Garnet Var Hessonite

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Description
Locality: 
Jeffrey Mine, Val-des-Sources, Estrie, Québec, Canada
Class: 
Crystals on Matrix
Size Range: 
Small cabinet (7-10 cm)
Size: 
7.4 × 4.6 × 2.6 cm
Description

Fantastic example of garnet var hessonite from Canada. These garnets are highly sought-after, especially in this awesome quality. The crystals are up to 12mm across and show the best lustre possible. Also damage-wise this specimen is in perfect condition.

Mineral Data
What's on the rock

Hessonite

Variety Of: 

Grossular

Formula: 
Ca3Al2(SiO4)3
Strunz: 
9.AD.25
Hardness: 
6.5 - 7.0
Hardness: 
0.0