• Spessartine Garnet with Smoky Quartz on Muscovite mica-schist matrix specimen from Putian , Fujian — vivid orange-red spessartine garnets on smoky quartz and silvery muscovite, vitreous to subadamantine (garnet), vitreous (quartz), pearly (muscovite) luster, transparent to translucent (garnet and quartz), opaque (matrix) (3×2×6.5 cm) — SPE-0017
  • Spessartine Garnet with Smoky Quartz on Muscovite mica-schist matrix specimen from Putian , Fujian — vivid orange-red spessartine garnets on smoky quartz and silvery muscovite, vitreous to subadamantine (garnet), vitreous (quartz), pearly (muscovite) luster, transparent to translucent (garnet and quartz), opaque (matrix) (3×2×6.5 cm) — SPE-0017
  • Spessartine Garnet with Smoky Quartz on Muscovite mica-schist matrix specimen from Putian , Fujian — vivid orange-red spessartine garnets on smoky quartz and silvery muscovite, vitreous to subadamantine (garnet), vitreous (quartz), pearly (muscovite) luster, transparent to translucent (garnet and quartz), opaque (matrix) (3×2×6.5 cm), additional angle view — SPE-0017
  • Spessartine Garnet with Smoky Quartz on Muscovite mica-schist matrix specimen from Putian , Fujian — vivid orange-red spessartine garnets on smoky quartz and silvery muscovite, vitreous to subadamantine (garnet), vitreous (quartz), pearly (muscovite) luster, transparent to translucent (garnet and quartz), opaque (matrix) (3×2×6.5 cm), 360° rotation video — SPE-0017
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Spessartine Garnet, Putian Mine, Fujian

Spessartine Garnet, Putian Mine, Fujian

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Overview

This eye-catching specimen showcases vivid, gemmy orange-red spessartine garnet crystals elegantly perched atop crisp, dark smoky quartz prisms and a reflective muscovite matrix. The strong color contrast and striking crystal forms create a dynamic, sculptural appearance.

Collector Notes

Putian spessartine garnets are highly sought after for their transparency, saturated color, and interplay with smoky quartz. The specimen’s sculptural quality, gemmy garnets, and pristine matrix make it a superb addition to any display or collection.

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Dimensions: 3 × 2 × 6.5 cm

Weight: 10 g

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Mineral Information

Mineral Spessartine Garnet
Crystal System Isometric
Hardness 6.5–7.5 Mohs
Chemical Formula Mn3Al2(SiO4)3
Luster Vitreous to Subadamantine
Transparency Transparent to translucent
Crystal Habit Dodecahedral crystals on prismatic quartz, platy muscovite
Size Category Cabinet
Origin Putian ,Fujian
Mineral Colors
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