**Complimentary Specimens** As a gesture of appreciation only, winning lots with a final hammer price above €50 will include one small additional mineral offered entirely free of charge. ——————- Description: Like a captured fireball emerging from the depths of ancient geology, this exceptional Spessartine Garnet crystal ignites immediately with intense amber and orange radiance. Its presence feels elemental and alive, as if a fragment of subterranean fire had been crystallised at the moment of its ascent, preserving warmth, glow and movement within solid mineral form. Formed within the renowned granitic and pegmatitic systems of the Erongo Mountains, Namibia, this Spessartine presents itself as a compact yet immensely expressive crystal. Though modest in scale, it carries remarkable visual authority, driven by saturated colour, internal luminosity and a naturally complete, well resolved crystal form. The piece does not rely on size for impact; instead, it commands attention through chromatic intensity and light response. The crystal exhibits a robust equant habit, with multiple naturally developed faces converging into a rounded, almost spherical overall form. These faces retain their original growth textures and subtle irregularities, bearing clear testimony to natural crystallisation rather than mechanical alteration. The crystal reads as whole and complete, with a form that feels resolved and confident from every angle. Chromatically, the specimen is dominated by a vivid, molten orange body colour, enriched by deep amber and Baltic amber tones that gather within internal growth zones. Under underlight conditions, the crystal transforms dramatically, igniting into a luminous amber glow that evokes heated resin or glowing embers beneath a translucent surface. This interplay between orange saturation and amber transmission gives the specimen a distinctly fiery personality, separating it clearly from the more common red dominated spessartines. Light travels freely through the crystal body, activating its internal architecture rather than obscuring it. Natural internal veils and growth planes become visible under transmitted light, adding depth, movement and geological narrative without disrupting the overall harmony. The internal glow feels controlled and intentional, enhancing rather than overpowering the crystal’s structure. The lustre remains vitreous to slightly resinous across preserved crystal faces, catching highlights while allowing the internal fire to remain the dominant visual element. The result is a specimen that feels dynamic yet balanced, powerful yet refined, offering a vivid expression of Spessartine at its most chromatically expressive. This is a crystal defined by colour, light and authenticity. It feels complete, confident and uncompromisingly natural, a small but formidable expression of Erongo Spessartine at its finest. Specifications: • Weight: 1.05 g • Weight in carats: 5.25 ct • Dimensions: 9 × 9 × 9 mm • Origin: Erongo Mountains, Namibia • Mineral group: Garnet • Species: Spessartine • Crystal system: Isometric (cubic) • Crystal habit: Natural equant crystal with multiple developed faces forming a rounded, globular overall morphology • Colour: Intense orange with amber and Baltic amber tones • Colour zoning: Natural internal zoning following growth structure • Transparency: Translucent • Lustre: Vitreous to slightly resinous • Internal glow: Strong amber illumination under underlight and transmitted light • Condition: Natural crystal, as formed • Treatment: None Notable Points: • Intense orange Spessartine with strong amber and Baltic amber character • Colour dominance clearly orange rather than red • Exceptional internal glow activated under underlight conditions • Rounded equant crystal morphology composed of multiple natural faces • Multiple naturally developed crystal faces with preserved growth textures • Natural internal structures enhancing depth and visual movement • Translucent body allowing deep light penetration • Vitreous to resinous lustre across crystal surfaces • Naturally complete and well resolved crystal form • Authentic Erongo Mountains provenance • Highly expressive specimen despite modest size • Increasingly scarce colour type within Erongo Spessartine material Collector’s Interest: Spessartine Garnets from the Erongo Mountains are celebrated for their chromatic intensity and refined internal light behaviour, yet specimens dominated by true orange rather than red remain comparatively uncommon. This crystal stands out through its molten orange saturation and pronounced amber glow, offering a colour profile that feels warm, luminous and mature. Its dynamic response to light, combined with a naturally complete crystal form, makes it particularly appealing to collectors who value expressive colour and geological honesty over size alone. The specimen offers a vivid yet balanced presence, well suited for curated displays focused on colour, light and mineral character. Lapidary Potential: While the crystal displays zones of attractive colour and translucency, any cutting would compromise the integrity and visual narrative of the specimen. Its value lies in the preserved crystal form, internal fire and natural surfaces. The piece is best appreciated and preserved as a natural crystal, where its full chromatic and geological expression remains intact. ——————— Shipping and Handling: All orders are shipped by Portuguese National Post. • Dispatch time: within 1 to 3 business days after payment confirmation to Catawiki • Transit time with CTT service: between 5 to 7 business days within europe and worldwide, depending on destination national post. • A tracking number is always provided Photography and transparency: All photographs are taken under controlled lighting conditions using a macro lens, carefully selected to present each specimen as accurately as possible. No filters, colour enhancement, or artificial saturation are applied. The lighting setup uses a calibrated 5500K light source, replicating neutral daylight to reveal natural tones, surface features, and internal characteristics. Under warmer or weaker indoor lighting, colours may appear slightly different, which is normal. The purpose of this photographic process is documentation and representation, not visual enhancement. Images are intended to reflect the specimen faithfully as it appears under balanced natural light conditions. Identification and ethics: All specimens offered are natural and described to the best of our knowledge, based on direct sourcing, professional experience, and information provided by trusted suppliers working at the origin. Every effort is made to ensure transparency and accuracy regarding identification, locality, and general characteristics, avoiding misleading statements about treatment, provenance, or nature. Customs and import taxes: Any customs duties, import fees, or local taxes applied by the destination country are entirely the responsibility of the winning bidder. These charges are not included in the auction price or shipping cost and are determined by the buyer’s local authorities. Guarantee and resolution: Customer satisfaction is important. 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