ANDRADITE GARNET

Miracle Mountain Mine, Garnet Hill, near Volcano, Calaveras County, California

ANDRADITE GARNET, Miracle Mountain Mine, Garnet Hill, near Volcano, Calaveras County, California. A most unusual specimen. It is a huge, compound, multiple crystal. The photograph from the back shows the compound crystal development quite well. The original label written about 15 years ago says: “Largest crystal from this unusual locality. Probably mined 10 or 20 years ago.” 3-1/4x2-5/8x2-1/8 inches. Sold.