Grossular with Diopside
specimen number:
2321091
location:
Mussa Alp, Ala Valley, Piedmont, Italy
description:
Sparkling orange crystals of grossular 0.2 cm in size quite rich over the top half of this matrix with green almost acicular crystals of diopside to 0.7 cm. Minimal micro-chipping present, still in good condition. Classic material for the Italian Alps.
Size: 8.0 x 5.0 x 2.5 cm (small-cabinet)
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