Tsavorite, Sphene, Diopside on Graphite
at-auction- Locality
- Merelani Hills, Lelatema Mtns., Arusha Region, Tanzania
- Minerals
- Graphite, Grossular, Titanite, Diopside
- Dimensions
- 4.8 x 3.5 x 1.5 cm
- Size class
- Miniature
- SID
- J229
Gem quality Tsavorite crystal on a Graphite matrix with a brown Sphene crystal, Diopside crystals, and Pyrite. The main Tsavorite crystal is transparent with great color but damaged. there are numerous smaller Tsavorites present. Sphene is uncommon at Merelani and a wonderful addition to this great suite of Merelani minerals. There are even good Graphite crystals present. Great combo specimen loaded with different crystals.