Mineral Specimen #5909 Raspberry Garnet (Grossualar), Quartz, Calcite
Sierra de Cruces, Mun. de Sierra Mojada, Coahuila, Mexico
3.1 x 2.5 x 2.6 cm
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A cluster of small, well formed Garent crystals which are a rich red/pink color. The Garnets are found encased in powdery, white Calcite which is etched with HCl. On this specimen, some of that Calcite is still extant along with sugary Quartz. The Garent crystals have a high, glossy luster. On the side of the specimen, one of the Garnet crystals is broken open and the black, zoned interior is exposed.
Condition: Good
Flaws: Some of the crystals are incomplete.
This mineral is also found in the following galleries: Minerals From Mexico | Garnets | Quartz | Calcite | Minerals Priced Between 50 and 99 Dollars