Discover rare andradite var. demantoid garnet specimens from the ultramafic ophiolite complexes of Balochistan, Pakistan. Featuring brilliant emerald-green dodecahedral crystals with high adamantine fire on natural serpentine matrix.

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Muslim Bagh Demantoid Garnet on Serpentine

Demantoid is the chromium-bearing green variety of andradite garnet, known for having optical dispersion higher than diamond. The ophiolite belt of Muslim Bagh in Balochistan yields exceptional specimens formed in narrow serpentinite shear zones.

Specimen Attributes:

  • Intense Green Saturation: Electric lime to deep grass-green crystals colored by trace chromium.
  • Crystal Form: Sharp rhombic dodecahedrons displaying vitreous to adamantine brilliance.
  • Natural Setting: Nestled within veins of fibrous chrysotile and dark green serpentinite matrix rock.

100% natural, unheated, and ethically sourced direct from the mine claims.