Vesuvianite (Manganoan) (ex Charlie Key Collection)

Item Description

These are truly some of the most distinctive crystals in the world because virtually no other species has this amazing color. These Manganese-bearing Vesuvianite crytals are rather vibrant with an intense reddish-violet color. This eye-catching thumbnail specimen features prismatic crystals with the classic purplish-pink color that is intermixed with starkly contrasting green zones of Vesuvianite within the same crystal. They have great luster and form as well. Pieces like this are becoming very scarce on the market, and truly should be appreciated for the uniqueness. The Jeffrey Quarry is now completely defunct and these amazing Vesuvianite specimens are no longer being found. Great condition, save a bit of roughness, and the main crystal on the front of the piece is actually DOUBLY-TERMINATED!