Spessartine(rough and cut set)

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Gems; Thumbnail, 2.1 x 2.0 x 1.6 cm (specimen), 1.61 carats; 8.65 mm x 5.64 mm (stone)
Start Time: 07/03/2018 7:15:00 pm (CDT)
End Time: 07/17/2018 7:15:00 pm (CDT)
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Item Description

Spessartine Garnet is one of the most popular species of Garnet for both gem and mineral collectors. This rough and cut set comprises a lovely thumbnail specimen of Spessartine with a sharp, lustrous, striated, modified dodecahedral crystal with a rich orange-red color sitting on golden Muscovite matrix. This specimen is from a locality called Sabsir in Gilgit-Baltistan (Northern Areas), Pakistan The gemstone is a gorgeous amber-orange hue (similar to Medeira Citrine) with a lovely "Brilliant Cushion" cut and virtually flawless clarity. The stone is from Madagascar. A great rough and cut set of this beloved Garnet species. Valued at $950 retail in the inventory.

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