Andradite (var: "Demantoid") (new find!)

Item Description

Recently, there was a discovery of some of outstanding quality Demantoid Garnets in Madagascar. The quality and color of these crystals rivals pieces I have seen from Italy, Namibia or even Russia. This specimen hosts a few sharp, rather lustrous, excellent quality, beautiful green color, gemmy, modified dodecahedral and trapezohedral Demantoid crystals. The luster on these crystals is great for Demantoid, and the largest crystal (though not 100% complete) measures 20 mm, which is GREAT sized for the find. I cannot say for certain if there will be more of these pieces, but this is a great opportunity for Garnet collectors to purchase a fine quality specimen of this highly sought after variety of Andradite. Please note that under halogen lights, the crystals appear a bit ligher in color, but under mercury bulbs, the color is very intense! As you can see from the photos, the largest crystal is very gemmy when backlit.