Andradite with Epidote, Diopside, Clinochlore, Calcite
specimen number:
8032051
location:
Marki Khel, Nangarhar, Afghanistan
description:
The top of this matrix is covered with glistening green gemmy crystals of epidote and diopside, some of the epidote crystals to 1.0 cm in size. Lustrous brown crystals of andradite to 0.8 cm scattered throughout with blocky calcite crystals to 1.0 cm. Minor clinochlore present. In very good condition. Neat combination piece.
Size: 10.0 x 6.0 x 3.5 cm (cabinet)
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