Almandine Garnet Cluster – Dodecahedral Crystals – Schist Matrix
This is a well-preserved specimen featuring sharp, deep red almandine garnet crystals scattered across a metamorphic schist matrix. The garnet crystals exhibit a classic dodecahedral habit, with well-defined faces, high luster, and excellent crystal integrity. The host rock is a fine-grained micaceous schist, characteristic of regional metamorphic environments. Numerous garnet crystals are embedded and exposed across the surface, some fully terminated and others partially in matrix, offering a three-dimensional texture and crystallographic clarity.
Specimen details
| Mineral | Garnet |
|---|---|
| Locality | — |
| Crystal system | Isometric |
| Dimensions | 5.3 cm × 2.5 cm × 3.8 cm |
| Weight | 40 g |
| Color | Red |
| Size | Small Cabinet (2–4 inches / 5–10 cm) |
| Species | Garnet |
| Condition | No damage on display faces |
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About this specimen
This exceptional Almandine Garnet Cluster is a stunning natural specimen. The cluster features multiple well-formed crystals displaying excellent natural formation that makes it a standout addition to any mineral collection.
Garnet (X₃Y₂(SiO₄)₃) crystallizes in the cubic (isometric) crystal system with a Mohs hardness of 6.5-7.5. This mineral is known for vitreous to resinous luster, no cleavage, conchoidal fracture, and a wide spectrum of colors. This specimen demonstrates the characteristic features that make Garnet a favorite among mineral enthusiasts.
This specimen weighs 1.41 oz (40.0 g) and measures approximately 2.1 × 1 × 1.5 inches. Each specimen is carefully hand-selected to ensure excellent crystal development, natural aesthetics, and display-worthy presentation. Photographs represent the actual specimen you will receive.
Whether you are a seasoned mineral collector, a geology enthusiast, or searching for a distinctive natural display piece, this Garnet specimen offers exceptional quality and visual appeal. It makes an impressive addition to a specimen cabinet, educational display, or curated mineral collection — Garnet is a diverse mineral group valued as gemstones and abrasives, with varieties including almandine, pyrope, spessartine, grossular, and andradite.
