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Giant Spessartite Garnet Crystal, 1573ct Natural Orange Garnet, Gem Grade Areas, Loliondo Tanzania Mineral Specimen

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  • Materials: Almandine, crystal, garnet, gemstone
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Giant Natural Spessartite Garnet Crystal weighing an extraordinary 314.6 grams (1,573 carats) and displaying an exceptionally rich natural orange color with beautiful gem-grade areas visible inside the crystal.

This rare collector-quality Spessartite Garnet measures approximately 2.8 x 2.5 x 1.7 inches (70 x 63 x 43mm), making it an impressive and substantial natural Garnet specimen.

The amazing upper crystal surfaces are in very good overall condition, beautifully displaying the specimen's natural crystal form and rich orange coloration. A close-up photograph reveals the gem-grade areas within this remarkable Garnet.

The specimen was naturally attached to matrix along its bottom surface, preserving additional evidence of its original geological formation.

Most importantly for mineral collectors, this exceptional Spessartite comes from the highly desirable locality of Loliondo, Tanzania, near the Kenya border and close to Serengeti National Park.

This genuine natural Spessartite Garnet was respectfully found near Loliondo, Tanzania.

Item Details:
✔ Mineral: Genuine Natural Spessartite Garnet
✔ Variety: Spessartite
✔ Weight: 314.6 Grams
✔ Approximate Carat Weight: 1,573 Carats
✔ Dimensions: 2.8 x 2.5 x 1.7 Inches
✔ Metric Dimensions: 70 x 63 x 43mm
✔ Color: Rich Natural Orange
✔ Interior: Gem-Grade Areas
✔ Upper Surfaces: Very Good Overall Condition
✔ Bottom: Previously Attached to Matrix
✔ Locality: Loliondo, Tanzania
✔ Region: Near the Kenya Border
✔ Respectfully found in Loliondo, Tanzania
✔ Genuine Natural Garnet Crystal
✔ Rare Large-Size Collector Specimen
✔ One-of-a-Kind Mineral Specimen

Why You'll Love This Item:
✔ Extraordinary 1,573-carat natural Spessartite Garnet
✔ Substantial 314.6-gram weight
✔ Impressive 2.8-inch crystal specimen
✔ Exceptionally rich natural orange color
✔ Beautiful gem-grade areas visible inside
✔ Upper crystal surfaces in very good overall condition
✔ Natural evidence of matrix attachment on the bottom
✔ Highly collectible natural Garnet crystal
✔ Desirable Loliondo, Tanzania locality
✔ Excellent addition to a Garnet or gemstone collection
✔ Impressive mineral cabinet or display specimen
✔ Fascinating gift for a serious mineral or Garnet collector
✔ You will receive the exact Spessartite Garnet shown in the photographs and video

Exceptional Loliondo Spessartite:
This remarkable specimen was discovered near Loliondo, Tanzania, close to the Kenya border and the Serengeti region.

Beyond its impressive locality, what makes this specimen particularly striking is its combination of large size, rich natural orange coloration, excellent upper crystal surfaces, and visible gem-grade interior areas.

At approximately 1,573 carats, this is an extraordinary natural Spessartite Garnet specimen with the size and visual presence to become a centerpiece in a serious mineral collection.

Natural Crystal & Matrix Formation:
The upper surfaces of this Spessartite crystal remain in very good overall condition and beautifully reveal its natural mineral form.

The bottom surface shows where the Garnet was naturally attached to its matrix. This characteristic is part of the specimen's geological history and provides additional evidence of how the crystal originally occurred within its host material.

Please examine the close-up and additional full-view photographs as well as the listing video to appreciate the crystal's rich orange color, natural surfaces, gem-grade interior areas, and impressive proportions.

Authenticity Guaranteed:
This is a genuine natural Spessartite Garnet crystal respectfully found near Loliondo, Tanzania, close to the Kenya border.

The specimen weighs 314.6 grams (approximately 1,573 carats) and measures approximately 2.8 x 2.5 x 1.7 inches (70 x 63 x 43mm).

It displays exceptionally rich natural orange coloration with visible gem-grade areas inside, while its upper crystal surfaces remain in very good overall condition.

You will receive the exact one-of-a-kind Spessartite Garnet crystal shown in our photographs and video.

A Certificate of Authenticity from MineralMiners.com will accompany this extraordinary natural Garnet specimen at no additional cost.

Photography:
The primary photograph was taken indoors under fluorescent lighting. Additional photographs and video were taken outdoors in indirect natural sunlight. No filters, artificial color enhancements, or photo enhancements were used on any photographs or video.

Natural Spessartite color, transparency, and internal characteristics may appear somewhat different depending upon lighting conditions, viewing angle, and individual monitor or device settings.

Video Available:
Please view the listing video and additional photographs, including the close-up and full-view images, for a closer examination of this specimen's rich natural orange color, gem-grade interior areas, natural crystal surfaces, matrix-contact area, and extraordinary size.

Metaphysical Properties:
In gemstone and crystal folklore, Spessartite Garnet is traditionally associated with creativity, optimism, confidence, motivation, courage, and taking positive action toward personal goals. Crystal enthusiasts often value Spessartite symbolically for encouraging enthusiasm, inspiration, and determination.

Metaphysical properties are based on traditional beliefs and folklore and are provided for informational purposes only. They are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any medical condition.

Garnet Fact Sheet & Educational Information:
Want to learn more about Garnet? Please copy and paste this link to our Garnet Educational and Information Page into your browser:

https://mineralminers.com/html/garminfo.htm#garnet-mineral-information

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Since 1992, MineralMiners.com has specialized in authentic natural gemstones, collector-quality mineral specimens, crystals, facet rough, and extraordinary geological treasures respectfully sourced from around the world.

Thank you for visiting MineralMiners.com on Etsy. We know you will enjoy this extraordinary Giant Natural Spessartite Garnet Crystal from Loliondo, Tanzania and treasure its beauty for many years to come. 💎

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