Faceted Garnet | China Cracked geodes beautifully highlighting the translucent apophyllite

beautifully highlighting the translucent apophyllite and the silky sheen of the stilbite

The cubic form is more rare and found only in Navajun

but we recommend washing your hands after handling

5” and weighs 16 oz

The distinctive flattened crystal habit gives the appearance of “nail heads

Faceted Garnet | China Cracked geodes beautifully highlighting the translucent apophylliteThis faceted garnet from China belongs to the garnet group, a family of silicate minerals with the chemical formula XY(SiO) that crystallize in the isometric system. Garnets are well known for their durability, measuring 6. 57. 5 on the Mohs hardness scale, as well as their deep, saturated color. The faceting highlights the natural clarity and richness of the stone while preserving its mineral character. Garnets form in a range of geological