Andradite var. Demantoid, Topazolite
specimen number:
1642571
location:
Antetezambato, Ambanja, Ambanja District, Diana Region, Antsiranana Province, Madagascar
description: The front side of this 16.5 x 11.5 x 1.5 cm matrix is mostly covered by neat gemmy glassy sparkling crystals of andradite is largest 2.0 cm in size. Very light chipping present only on the exterior of the piece, this is in great condition I think. The color is quite neat showing some green and brown coloration for both demantoid and topazolite. Beautiful large cabinet specimen for the species.
Size: 16.5 x 11.5 x 1.5 cm (large-cabinet)
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