EXCEPTIONAL Spessartine Garnet Crystal FANTA 1.64 carats - TOP QUALITY - Height: 7.5 mm - Width: 5.4 mm- 0.33 g - (1)
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Natural spessartite garnet crystal from Afghanistan, 1.64 carats, dimensions 7.5 × 5.4 × 5.2 mm, vivid orange Fanta colour, untreated natural crystal.
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Description from the seller
This natural Afghanistan orange-spessartite garnet displays an exceptionally intense, bright, and highly expressive Orange Fanta color.
The crystal offers a remarkable visual presence, with a warm, highly saturated hue, well highlighted by excellent light response despite its rough state. The overall impression is of superior quality and dense material.
Technical characteristics
Stone: Natural Afghan orange-spessartite garnet
Weight: 1.64 carats
Dimensions: 7.5 × 5.4 × 5.2 mm
Origin: Afghanistan
Color: Bright Orange “Fanta”
Transparency: Good to very good for a rough crystal
Appearance: Natural rough crystal
Treatment: None
Detailed gemmological analysis
Color
The color is straightforward, vivid, and very well saturated, typical of the finest Afghan Orange Fanta spessartites.
The orange is bright, with no excessive brownish undertone, and with remarkable intensity for this size. Saturation remains homogeneous across the entire crystal.
Transparency & internal structure
Transparency is very satisfactory for a rough crystal, allowing good light circulation through the material.
Visible inclusions are strictly natural, consistent with the genesis of the garnet, and do not alter readability or the stone’s visual impact.
Morphology and potential
The gem’s balanced and relatively massive morphology provides an excellent starting point for a cutting project, with potential to retain color and brightness after faceting.
In its rough state, the crystal also has strong collector value, representative of high-quality Afghan spessartites.
Notable points
Intense and bright Orange Fanta color
Very good saturation for 1.64 carats
Good transparency for a rough crystal
Favorable morphology for cutting
Natural, untreated crystal
Afghan origin
Conclusion
This is a high-quality Afghan orange-spessartite garnet, combining expressive color, legible natural structure, and excellent gemmological potential. A serious piece, as interesting for a demanding collector as for a carefully finished cutting project.
General Terms of Sale – MineralsOpals:
At MineralsOpals, your satisfaction is our top priority.
All orders are processed with the greatest care, from stone selection to final shipment.
- Shipping & timelines:
Shipped within 1 to 3 business days at most, usually the day after the order.
Shipped Monday through Friday (excluding weekends and public holidays).
Each package is sent via La Poste with a tracking number provided.
Careful packaging: each stone is individually protected, then placed in a rigid secure carton.
- Warranty & customer service:
100% of shipments are guaranteed: if there is a problem, we always find a solution.
You buy with complete confidence: full refund, replacement, or a courtesy gesture in case of loss or proven issue.
If you have any questions, doubts, or specific requests, you can contact me at any time; I’m happy to respond as quickly as possible.
Trust & commitment
Every stone is carefully photographed to reflect its natural beauty.
You receive personalized monitoring.
My goal: offer you a reliable, humane, and transparent shopping experience.
Thank you for your support.
Feel free to browse our no-reserve auctions to discover other exceptional products and follow us to stay informed about our new offers.
Seller's Story
MineralsOpals is a boutique specializing in the sale of authentic minerals and gemstones. We carefully select exceptional stones, ethically sourced and renowned for their quality and benefits.
Our commitment:
Offering top quality minerals, with total transparency on their origin and properties. Each stone is chosen to enrich your collection or to accompany your well-being.
Why MineralsOpals?
Detailed descriptions, high-quality photos and attentive customer service ensure you can buy with confidence.
Discover our selection and contact us for any questions.
Translated by Google TranslateThis natural Afghanistan orange-spessartite garnet displays an exceptionally intense, bright, and highly expressive Orange Fanta color.
The crystal offers a remarkable visual presence, with a warm, highly saturated hue, well highlighted by excellent light response despite its rough state. The overall impression is of superior quality and dense material.
Technical characteristics
Stone: Natural Afghan orange-spessartite garnet
Weight: 1.64 carats
Dimensions: 7.5 × 5.4 × 5.2 mm
Origin: Afghanistan
Color: Bright Orange “Fanta”
Transparency: Good to very good for a rough crystal
Appearance: Natural rough crystal
Treatment: None
Detailed gemmological analysis
Color
The color is straightforward, vivid, and very well saturated, typical of the finest Afghan Orange Fanta spessartites.
The orange is bright, with no excessive brownish undertone, and with remarkable intensity for this size. Saturation remains homogeneous across the entire crystal.
Transparency & internal structure
Transparency is very satisfactory for a rough crystal, allowing good light circulation through the material.
Visible inclusions are strictly natural, consistent with the genesis of the garnet, and do not alter readability or the stone’s visual impact.
Morphology and potential
The gem’s balanced and relatively massive morphology provides an excellent starting point for a cutting project, with potential to retain color and brightness after faceting.
In its rough state, the crystal also has strong collector value, representative of high-quality Afghan spessartites.
Notable points
Intense and bright Orange Fanta color
Very good saturation for 1.64 carats
Good transparency for a rough crystal
Favorable morphology for cutting
Natural, untreated crystal
Afghan origin
Conclusion
This is a high-quality Afghan orange-spessartite garnet, combining expressive color, legible natural structure, and excellent gemmological potential. A serious piece, as interesting for a demanding collector as for a carefully finished cutting project.
General Terms of Sale – MineralsOpals:
At MineralsOpals, your satisfaction is our top priority.
All orders are processed with the greatest care, from stone selection to final shipment.
- Shipping & timelines:
Shipped within 1 to 3 business days at most, usually the day after the order.
Shipped Monday through Friday (excluding weekends and public holidays).
Each package is sent via La Poste with a tracking number provided.
Careful packaging: each stone is individually protected, then placed in a rigid secure carton.
- Warranty & customer service:
100% of shipments are guaranteed: if there is a problem, we always find a solution.
You buy with complete confidence: full refund, replacement, or a courtesy gesture in case of loss or proven issue.
If you have any questions, doubts, or specific requests, you can contact me at any time; I’m happy to respond as quickly as possible.
Trust & commitment
Every stone is carefully photographed to reflect its natural beauty.
You receive personalized monitoring.
My goal: offer you a reliable, humane, and transparent shopping experience.
Thank you for your support.
Feel free to browse our no-reserve auctions to discover other exceptional products and follow us to stay informed about our new offers.
Seller's Story
MineralsOpals is a boutique specializing in the sale of authentic minerals and gemstones. We carefully select exceptional stones, ethically sourced and renowned for their quality and benefits.
Our commitment:
Offering top quality minerals, with total transparency on their origin and properties. Each stone is chosen to enrich your collection or to accompany your well-being.
Why MineralsOpals?
Detailed descriptions, high-quality photos and attentive customer service ensure you can buy with confidence.
Discover our selection and contact us for any questions.
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Number of objects
1
Main mineral
EXCEPTIONAL Spessartine Garnet Crystal FANTA
Mineral form
1.64 carats - TOP QUALITY
Weight
0.33 g
Country of origin
Afghanistan
Height
7.5 mm
Width
5.4 mm
Depth
5.2 mm
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