The garnet group comprises a number of closely related minerals with a similar crystal structure but different chemical compositions. Among the best-known members are almandine, andradite, grossular, spessartine and pyrope. Hessonite, a variety of grossular, is also one of the well-known garnets. Garnets occur worldwide in a wide range of geological environments and show considerable variation in color, crystal form and mineral associations.
In this category, you will find collector specimens representing different minerals of the garnet group from a variety of localities. The selection includes, among others, andradite, almandine, grossular including hessonite, and spessartine, as well as specimens on matrix or associated with other minerals.
Each specimen is documented with the most precise locality information possible, together with dimensions, weight and original photographs. Depending on the specimen, particular attention is given to crystal form, color, luster, matrix, associated minerals or notable geological features.
Garnets are of particular interest both mineralogically and to collectors. Their appearance ranges from individual well-developed crystals to matrix specimens densely covered with crystals. The specimens offered here represent different members of the garnet group from classic as well as less commonly represented localities around the world.