Name | GARNET ANDRADITE | Variety | DEMATOID | Origin | Val Malenco (Aosta) Italy | Hardness | 6,5-7,5 | Composition | CaFe2(SiO4)3 Crystaline sys. | CUBIC
| Size | 8,5x6,5x2,7 cm | Weight | 201 gr | |
Description:
his is the most appreciated variety of the garnet group attaining the highest prices for good specimens. Its name alludes to the fiery "vivacity" which remind one of that of a diamond. Its green colour is due to the presence of small quantities of chromium in its lattice. This specimen comes from one of its most famous deposit. |
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GARNET ANDRADITE
VARIETY DEMATOID
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