Natural Red Garnet Crystal Specimen on Matrix – 217 Gram, Skardu, Pakistan
Natural Red Garnet Crystal Specimen on Matrix – 217 Gram, Skardu, Pakistan
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SKU:PR23/1
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Product Overview
This is a natural red garnet crystal specimen with garnet crystals formed on matrix, showing good color and luster with a self standing display position. The specimen weighs 217 grams and measures 82 x 73 x 65 mm. It comes from Skardu, Pakistan, a locality known for producing a range of well formed mineral specimens. The piece is untreated and natural, part of our Garnet Crystals collection.
Specifications
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Weight | 217 gram |
| Size | 82 x 73 x 65 mm |
| Shape/Cut | Natural Crystal Cluster, Self Standing |
| Color | Natural Red Garnet |
| Treatment | Natural |
| Origin | Skardu, Pakistan |
| Family | Garnet on Matrix |
What Makes This Specimen Relevant
Garnet is a well known collector mineral, and this garnet cluster specimen stands out for its color, luster, and the way the crystals hold a self standing position on the matrix, which makes it easier to display without extra mounting. As with most pieces in our broader Minerals & Crystals collection, a specimen in this size range (around 80mm across) sits well in cabinet display. For a sense of what collectors typically weigh when judging a specimen like this, see what makes a mineral specimen valuable.
Buying Considerations
Because this is a natural raw garnet mineral specimen, handle it carefully to preserve the crystal edges and its standing position during unpacking and display. If you'd like a closer look before deciding, the video of this exact specimen shows how the crystals sit together in more detail. Our guide on displaying mineral specimens at home has useful pointers for self standing pieces like this one. This specimen ships with express shipping.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this garnet specimen natural or treated?
It is natural and untreated.
Where is this garnet specimen from?
Skardu, Pakistan.
Does this specimen stand on its own for display?
Yes, it has a self standing position as formed, without needing a stand or mount.
Returns Policy
You may return most new, unopened items within 30 days of delivery for a full refund. We'll also pay the return shipping costs if the return is a result of our error (you received an incorrect or defective item, etc.).
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