Ojuela Mine, Mapimi, Durango, Mexico

Lapis Lazuli (polished and carved)

Sar-e-Sang, Badakhshan Province, Afghanistan

Olmiite

N Chwanning II Mine, Kuruman, Republic of South Africa

Garnet Var. Spessartine

sold

Locality: Loliondo, near Serengeti National Park, Tanzania
Minerals: Spessartine
Dimensions: 2.3 x 2.2 x 1.9 cm
Size class: Thumbnail
SID: SPESSARTINE8

This crystal has outrageous color and clarity. It came from the first wave of the find about 6 years ago, and this quality was not equaled later in the production. It has a distinct deep orange color. It demonstrates the crystal form well with sharp defined faces. It has some micro chipping, but you really have to look for it. It weighs 14.2 grams.