{"product_id":"demantoid-garnet-calcite-belqeys-mountain-71-55cts","title":"Demantoid Garnet with Calcite on Matrix, 71.55 CT, Afghanistan","description":"\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA Self Standing Demantoid Garnet With Calcite From Belqeys Mountain\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThis demantoid garnet crystal weighs 71.55 carats and comes from Belqeys Mountain, known locally as Koh e Belgheys, an Afghan locality recognized for producing richly saturated green demantoid garnet. Measuring 26 x 21 x 20 mm, the crystal is fully terminated and completely free of damage, sitting on a natural calcite matrix that gives the whole specimen a self standing position without needing a separate display base.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eDemantoid garnet is known for exceptionally high dispersion, meaning it produces more fire and brightness than most other garnet varieties, and the excellent luster on this crystal shows that quality clearly. The calcite base isn't just supportive, it provides a lighter, contrasting texture against the deep green garnet crystal, giving the piece real visual depth from multiple angles. Self standing specimens like this one carry extra practical value for display purposes, since a piece that holds its own aesthetic position saves you from sourcing or building a separate stand. To see the luster and self standing position in more detail, we'd recommend watching the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/shorts\/hddbppAn1hQ\"\u003evideo of this exact specimen\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eInformation\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e71.55 cts\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSize\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e26 x 21 x 20 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eShape\/Cut\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNatural Terminated Crystal on Calcite Matrix, Self Standing\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eColor\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLush Green\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eClarity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNatural, Excellent Luster\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTreatment\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNatural\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOrigin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBelqeys Mountain, Koh e Belgheys, Afghanistan\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHardness\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6.5 to 7 (Mohs)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFamily\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGarnet (Andradite, Demantoid Variety) with Calcite\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGemstone Properties\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBirthstone: Alternative birthstone for January\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eZodiac Sign: Virgo, Libra\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChakra: Heart Chakra\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHealing Properties: Demantoid garnet is often associated with abundance and heart-centered energy in crystal healing practice, similar to other green stones. Collectors also value it for its rarity and its dispersion, which historically made demantoid a favorite in fine antique jewelry before it became scarce enough to be collected primarily as raw specimens.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy Buy From Minerals Paradise\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eWe source demantoid garnet and other rare minerals directly from Afghanistan and Pakistan, cutting out the resellers that usually add markup between the mine and your collection. The specimen you receive is the exact piece shown in the photos and video, not a similar one pulled from stock. Every order ships express worldwide, backed by a 30-day return policy. You can \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/mineralsparadise.com\/products\/demantoid-garnet-calcite-belqeys-mountain-71-55cts\"\u003eview and purchase this specimen directly here\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eFor more demantoid garnet, browse our dedicated \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/mineralsparadise.com\/collections\/demantoid-garnet-crystals\"\u003eDemantoid Garnet Crystals collection\u003c\/a\u003e. If you're comparing pieces from the same locality, we also carry a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/mineralsparadise.com\/products\/lush-green-demantoid-garnet-belqeys-mountain-64g\"\u003elush green demantoid garnet crystal at 64 grams\u003c\/a\u003e, a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/mineralsparadise.com\/products\/lush-green-demantoid-garnet-crystals-with-calcite-demantoid-garnet-specimen-raw-garnet-stone-garnet-for-sale-399-gram\"\u003edemantoid garnet with calcite at 399 grams\u003c\/a\u003e, and a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/mineralsparadise.com\/products\/lush-green-demantoid-garnet-crystals-with-calcite-garnet-on-matrix-demantoid-garnet-specimen-garnet-stone-raw-mineral-3040-gram\"\u003elarger demantoid garnet with calcite specimen at 3040 grams\u003c\/a\u003e if you want to compare scale within the same pairing. To understand garnet varieties and where demantoid fits among them, read our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/mineralsparadise.com\/blogs\/gemology\/garnet-color-guide-red-green-orange-and-rare-varieties-explained\"\u003egarnet color guide\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003eFAQS\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes this demantoid garnet stand on its own without a stand?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eYes, the crystal's natural position on its calcite matrix gives it a self standing display position without needing a separate stand or mount.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this demantoid garnet natural and untreated?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eYes. This specimen from Belqeys Mountain, Afghanistan is completely natural with no treatment or enhancement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the calcite base, and why does it appear with the garnet?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eCalcite forms naturally alongside demantoid garnet at this locality, appearing here as the crystal's natural matrix rather than being added separately, and it's what gives the piece its self standing structure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the crystal damaged or does it have any chips?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eNo, the crystal is fully terminated and completely free of damage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does this compare to your other demantoid garnet specimens from the same locality?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThis piece is smaller and priced accordingly compared to our larger demantoid garnet specimens with calcite, making it a more accessible entry point into the same locality and mineral pairing.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Minerals Paradise","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47625737371939,"sku":"","price":395.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0831\/6833\/0019\/files\/Natural_demantoid_garnet_with_calcite_Afghanistan.png?v=1788931839","url":"https:\/\/mineralsparadise.com\/products\/demantoid-garnet-calcite-belqeys-mountain-71-55cts","provider":"Minerals Paradise","version":"1.0","type":"link"}