SKU: P_26-6_11
An almandine specimen in which a single, very well-formed crystal is displayed on top of the matrix. The crystal has smooth, natural faces and a deep, burgundy color that shifts to an intense ruby red under stronger lighting; it is translucent. Main Features: ruby color (visible in transmitted light); central exposure; strong contrast, translucent almandine crystal. Condition: Very good. The crystal is intact, with sharp edges and clean faces.
Price: 18 EUR (79 PLN)
Availability: In stock
Location: Altay Mine, Koktokay pegmatite field (Keketuohai pegmatite field), Fuyun Co. (Koktokay Co.), Altay Prefecture (Aletai Prefecture), Ili Kazakh Autonomous Prefecture, Xinjiang, China
Size: 30 x 17 x 30 mm
Weight: 18 g
Chemical formula: Fe₃Al₂(SiO₄)₃
Crystal system: Cubic
Mohs hardness: 7.5