Andradite Topazolite garnet GEM quality - Height: 90 mm - Width: 70 mm- 221 g - (1)

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Topazolite on Hedenbergite – Gachin Salt Dome, Bandar Abbas, Iran

An aesthetic and rare specimen featuring topazolite, the yellow to honey-brown variety of andradite garnet, perched on dark green hedenbergite crystals. The topazolite crystals are sharply formed, highly lustrous, and display excellent transparency, reaching gem quality, which is especially prized among collectors.

The matrix is composed of radiating hedenbergite crystals that create a striking contrast with the vivid, glassy topazolite. The specimen is completely damage-free, with well-isolated crystals evenly distributed across the surface, making it visually balanced and highly attractive.

A superb example of mineralogical beauty from this unique Iranian locality, this piece is a fine addition to any high-quality display collection.

Topazolite on Hedenbergite – Gachin Salt Dome, Bandar Abbas, Iran

An aesthetic and rare specimen featuring topazolite, the yellow to honey-brown variety of andradite garnet, perched on dark green hedenbergite crystals. The topazolite crystals are sharply formed, highly lustrous, and display excellent transparency, reaching gem quality, which is especially prized among collectors.

The matrix is composed of radiating hedenbergite crystals that create a striking contrast with the vivid, glassy topazolite. The specimen is completely damage-free, with well-isolated crystals evenly distributed across the surface, making it visually balanced and highly attractive.

A superb example of mineralogical beauty from this unique Iranian locality, this piece is a fine addition to any high-quality display collection.

Details

Number of items
1
Main Mineral
Andradite
Mineral Form
Topazolite garnet GEM quality
Weight
221 g
Origin (Region/ City)
Gachin salt dome, Bandar Abbas
Country of Origin
Iraq
Height
90 mm
Width
70 mm
Depth
45 mm
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