Large Almandine Garnet Double-Crystal on Quartz & Mica
Shafer Creek, Idaho
$90.00
The Find:
A substantial 3-inch cabinet specimen featuring a pair of prominent, deep-red Almandine Garnet crystals. Recovered from the rugged Idaho Batholith pegmatites near Shafer Creek, this piece is a textbook example of Idaho's unique geology, showcasing a striking contrast between the dark garnets and their shimmering matrix.
The Details:
* Locality: Shafer Creek, Idaho (Idaho Batholith)
* Minerals: Almandine Garnet, Quartz, and Muscovite Mica
* Size: Approximately 3" x 2" (See photo with penny for scale)
* Color: The garnets appear nearly black in ambient light but reveal a rich "pigeon-blood" red when backlit or placed under a strong display light.
* Form: Features two large, well-defined dodecahedral garnet crystals naturally seated on a matrix of milky quartz and reflective, silvery mica "books."
* Aesthetic: The flaking mica and bright quartz provide a brilliant natural backdrop that makes the dark garnets pop.
Seller Note: This is a heavy, high-quality display piece. The twin-crystal formation on a complex matrix makes it a standout addition for any collector focused on Pacific Northwest or Idaho-specific minerals.