Name GARNET ANDRADITE
Variety DEMANTOID
Origin Bamián (Afganistán)
Hardness 6,5-7,5
Composition CaFe2(SiO4)3
Crystaline sys. CUBIC
Size   3,7x3,3x2,5 cm
Weight 37 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.


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GARNET ANDRADITE



VARIETY DEMANTOID