2" Sparkling Demantoid Garnet Cluster in Matrix - California

Sparkling Demantoid Garnet Cluster in Matrix - California #305450

This is an exceptional cluster of sparkling, green andradite var. demantoid garnets on matrix. It comes from the Green Fire Mine in San Benito County, California, a county known for its unique and interesting minerals.

Comes with an acrylic display case.

Demantoid is a variety of andradite, which itself is a species of garnet. The chemical composition of demantoid is Ca3Fe2(SiO4)3, with the natural substitution of chromium attributing to the green color of this garnet. Ferric iron is the cause of the yellow in the stone.

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