Description: Commonly known as "Red Embers" garnets, these rare Almandine specimens from Massachusetts are a collector favorite. This specific piece features several well-defined, cherry-red garnets embedded in a silvery-dark graphite matrix. When backlit, the garnets reveal an incredible "glowing coal" effect, showcasing the remarkable transparency and deep color saturation unique to this locality.
Specimen Details Mineral: Almandine Garnet on Graphite Locality: Red Embers Mine, Franklin Co., Massachusetts, USA. Dimensions: 10.4 x 7.1 x 0.9 cm (4.1 x 2.8 x 0.36 in) Weight: 92g
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