
Spessartine Garnets Muscovite Mica Cluster, Tongbei *Closed*, Fujian, China—TN16
*This is a minature specimen—please consider dimensions and examine scale photos carefully! Perky box is approx 1.25” for scale.* ~~This locality has been buried under a hotel development, and is permanently closed.~~ This vibrantly shaded little beauty is citrus orange Spessartine Garnet crystals, punctuated by tiny accents of muscovite mica. This distinctive combination is a classic mineral specimen from Tongbei, Fujian region, China. The bright orange citrus garnets wrap up over the feldspar and across the cluster in a graphic and sparkling layer, which makes a great contrast to the soft sage green to grey muscovite. This sparkling miniature crystal cluster is equally suitable for display or use as a killer jewelry focal—it is sold in a perky box with locality info, and is ready for display. An attractive and unique addition to any mineral collection! -— Locality: Tongbei Area, Fujian province, China. Dimensions: contact me Weight: 6.2 g (31 cts) specimen only—18.0 g (0.64 oz)