Inner Mongolia, China

Grossular Garnet with Calcite — Inner Mongolia · 6.1 cm

SKU · KS1521
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Olive-green grossular garnet dodecahedra with white calcite. Grossular garnet with calcite from Inner Mongolia, China, 6.1 × 3.9 × 3.4 cm, 90 g.
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Specimen details

MineralGrossular
LocalityInner Mongolia, China
Crystal systemIsometric
Chemical formulaCa3Al2Si3O12
Dimensions6.1 cm × 3.9 cm × 3.4 cm
Weight90 g
ConditionNo damage on display faces

About this specimen

A compact group of olive-green grossular garnet crystals, several showing complete dodecahedral faces, with small white calcite crystals at the base and a blue-grey mineral film in the gaps. The garnets have a soft, waxy lustre.

A small cabinet piece of Inner Mongolia grossular in the khaki-green tone typical of the locality; the crystal faces are crisp and the piece stands upright.

Size 6.1 × 3.9 × 3.4 cm / 2.40 × 1.54 × 1.34 in; weight 90 g / 3.2 oz. Small cabinet specimen, displays well on a shelf or in a cabinet. What you see in the photos is the piece you receive; any known repair, mount or treatment is disclosed above.

Carbonate: never clean with acid or vinegar.

  • Mineral: Grossular Garnet, Calcite
  • Locality: Inner Mongolia, China
  • Size: 6.1 × 3.9 × 3.4 cm / 2.40 × 1.54 × 1.34 in
  • Weight: 90 g / 3.2 oz
  • SKU: KS1521

About Grossular

Grossular is a silicate mineral prized by collectors for its exceptional color range, with known Chinese sources.

Learn more about Grossular in our encyclopedia

About Inner Mongolia

Inner Mongolia, China — collector specimens of fluorite and barite.

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Frequently asked questions

Will I receive the exact specimen shown?

Yes. Every specimen is a single, one-of-a-kind piece, and the photographs show the exact item you will receive — never a stock photo.

Is this Grossular natural?

Yes — specimens like this form naturally. As is standard in the trade, some pieces are gently cleaned or trimmed; we photograph the actual specimen and describe its origin and condition conservatively.

How is it packed and shipped?

Orders ship worldwide with fully insured, tracked delivery, carefully packed to protect fragile crystals.

Can I return it?

Yes — there is a 14-day return window.

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Grossular Garnet with Calcite — Inner Mongolia · 6.1 cm
Grossular Garnet with Calcite — Inner Mongolia · 6.1 cm
$181.99