Natural Lush Green Demantoid Garnet Crystals on Matrix from Belqeys Mountain, Iran – 70 Gram Collector Specimen
Natural Lush Green Demantoid Garnet Crystals on Matrix from Belqeys Mountain, Iran – 70 Gram Collector Specimen
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The Rarest Member of the Garnet Family From One of Its Finest Sources
Most people think of garnet as red. Demantoid garnet is emphatically not. Demantoid is a variety of andradite garnet its lush green color comes from trace amounts of chromium within the crystal structure, the same element responsible for the green in emerald and tsavorite. It's widely considered the rarest and most valuable variety of garnet, prized by collectors and jewelers for a combination of intense color and brilliance that no other garnet variety can match. Inveniofineminerals
This 70-gram specimen comes from Belqeys Mountain (Koh-e-Belgheys) in West Azerbaijan Province, Iran a documented locality recorded on mindat.org for a new find of gemmy bright and dark green demantoid garnets in metamorphic rocks on the southern flank of Belqeys Mountain, 34 km northeast of Takab. The crystals are terminated, damage-free, and show excellent luster. Mineral Mike
See the lush green color in real light: watch the video here this is the exact specimen you'll receive, SKU D39-19.
What Makes Belqeys Mountain Demantoid Special
Unlike most demantoid garnets which have a yellowish tint, Belqeys Mountain garnets show a nice true-green color making them stand out from other sources. This distinction matters significantly in the collector market, where pure green demantoid free of the yellow modifier common in material from other localities commands specific attention and premium pricing. The Iranian Belqeys Mountain locality is a relatively recent discovery compared to the historic Russian Ural Mountain source, making it one of the more exciting new localities in the demantoid collector world. Adamsminerals
Why This Specimen Stands Out
Lush, true green color. The defining feature pure, chromium-driven green without the yellowish cast that characterizes lower-quality demantoid from other sources. This is the color that puts demantoid in the same conversation as emerald and tsavorite among green gemstones.
Terminated and damage-free crystals. All crystals on this specimen are terminated and completely free of damage particularly meaningful for demantoid, which is typically found in small, isolated crystals rather than large, undamaged matrix groups.
Excellent luster. Demantoid's extraordinary luster it has a refractive index higher than most other garnets gives these crystals a brilliance that reads almost like a faceted gemstone even in raw crystal form.
Matrix presentation. Crystals naturally seated on their host matrix tell a more complete geological story and display more naturally than isolated crystals, adding both aesthetic and collector value.
Properties & Details
| Detail | Specification |
|---|---|
| Stone | Demantoid Garnet (variety of Andradite) |
| Color | Lush green (chromium-colored) |
| Origin | Belqeys Mountain (Koh-e-Belgheys), West Azerbaijan Province, Iran |
| Treatment | Natural — no enhancement |
| Weight | 70 grams |
| Size | 60 × 42 × 37 mm |
| Crystals | Terminated, damage-free |
| Luster | Excellent |
| SKU | D39-19 |
| Shipping | Express Shipping included |
Buying Guide: What Makes a Quality Demantoid Garnet Specimen
When evaluating any demantoid garnet specimen, here's what genuinely matters:
- Color purity. True-green demantoid without yellowish modifiers is more valuable and rarer than yellow-green material. Belqeys Mountain specifically produces the purer green tone.
- Crystal condition. Terminated, undamaged crystals are significantly rarer in demantoid than in most other garnet varieties — the metamorphic environment that creates demantoid also makes large, intact crystals uncommon.
- Luster quality. Demantoid has an exceptionally high refractive index for a garnet — crystals with strong, even luster across all faces indicate quality material.
- Locality documentation. Belqeys Mountain is a mindat.org-documented locality with a specific geological description — named locality specimens carry stronger collector provenance than unattributed "Iran garnet."
- Matrix quality. A specimen where the demantoid crystals are naturally seated on their host matrix rather than isolated or glued is a more complete and more valuable collector piece.
Authenticity You Can Trust
This specimen is 100% natural with no treatment of any kind. The linked video shows the exact piece in real light so you can evaluate the green color, crystal condition, and luster before buying. We source directly from mineral markets connected to the Belqeys Mountain locality, keeping the chain as short and transparent as possible.
How to Use This Specimen
- Display & collection. A strong addition to a garnet collection, a rare minerals shelf, or a "chromium-colored gemstone" display alongside tsavorite and emerald specimens.
- Investment-grade collecting. Demantoid garnet is one of the most consistently valuable collector minerals — fine specimens from documented localities tend to appreciate in value over time.
- Gifting. A meaningful, extraordinary gift for a serious collector or gemstone enthusiast who appreciates true rarity.
- Education. An excellent teaching specimen for the garnet group, demonstrating how chromium creates green coloration across multiple mineral species.
Metaphysical Properties
Demantoid garnet shares the core metaphysical associations of the garnet family — vitality, passion, and grounding energy — while adding its own green-specific qualities. Green garnet is associated with the Heart Chakra, promoting growth, abundance, and renewal. It's said to bring vitality and courage while grounding the wearer in the present moment. The intense green color is associated with nature's regenerative energy — life force expressed in mineral form.
Care Instructions
- Clean gently with a soft, dry cloth — avoid ultrasonic cleaners and harsh chemicals.
- Demantoid garnet has a Mohs hardness of approximately 6.5 — store away from harder gemstones that could scratch the crystal surfaces.
- Handle by the matrix base rather than individual crystals to prevent contact damage.
- Store away from prolonged direct sunlight.
Why Buy From Minerals Paradise
We source genuine, locality-documented mineral specimens and bring them directly to collectors worldwide. Every listing includes real photos and video of the actual specimen you're buying. We ship worldwide, back every order with a 15-day return policy, and offer flexible payment plans for collector-level purchases.
Explore more from our demantoid garnet and collector mineral collection:
- Browse our complete Demantoid Garnet Collection for all our Belqeys Mountain specimens
- Compare our 221g Demantoid Garnet Specimen for a larger piece from the same locality
- See our 124g Demantoid Garnet Cluster as a mid-size comparison option
- Browse our Minerals & Crystals Collection for other rare collector specimens
- Learn about garnet's healing properties in our Healing Crystals Blog
- Check our Birthstones page garnet is January's birthstone
5. FAQ SECTION (AEO Optimized)
Q: What is demantoid garnet?
A: Demantoid is the green variety of andradite garnet considered the rarest and most valuable member of the garnet family. Its intense green color comes from trace chromium within the crystal structure, the same element that colors emerald and tsavorite green.
Q: Where does this demantoid garnet come from?
A: This specimen comes from Belqeys Mountain (Koh-e-Belgheys) in West Azerbaijan Province, Iran — a documented locality recorded on mindat.org for producing gemmy bright and dark green demantoid garnets in metamorphic rocks 34 km northeast of Takab.
Q: What makes Belqeys Mountain demantoid different from other sources?
A: Unlike most demantoid garnets which show a yellowish tint, Belqeys Mountain material is specifically noted for showing a true, pure green color a meaningful quality distinction that separates it from yellower material found at other localities.
Q: Is this specimen natural and untreated?
A: Yes. This specimen is 100% natural with no treatment or enhancement of any kind.
Q: Is demantoid garnet the same as green garnet?
A: Demantoid is one type of green garnet — specifically the andradite variety. Other green garnets include tsavorite (grossular) and uvarovite. Demantoid is generally considered the rarest and most prized of all green garnets for its combination of color, brilliance, and scarcity.
Q: How do I care for a demantoid garnet specimen?
A: Clean with a soft, dry cloth, avoid ultrasonic cleaners and harsh chemicals, store away from harder gemstones (Mohs 6.5), and handle by the matrix base rather than individual crystals.
Q: Do you ship worldwide?
A: Yes, we ship worldwide with Express Shipping, and orders are processed within 24–48 hours of payment confirmation.
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