A matrix of limestone metasomatized to massive garnet is host to a single glassy and gemmy, rich, cognac-colored crystal of topazolite. The crystal, lying flat on the matrix, is doubly terminated, 1.5 cm across, and is a rare, perfect, isolated gem crystal ! It has a few very small zones of slightly inward-hoppered growth, which is unusual and interesting. It has superb lustre, and transparency. You can look right through it to the matrix beneath! This is actually a miniature (large) when set up diagonally.

Perched high on contrasting white matrix, are discrete crystals of glassy and gemmy, beautiful green demantoid. The equant crystals reach 1.5 cm across and most are superbly isolated, showing all faces. This is one of the better matrix specimens for the size and price range, with top , very green color and good crystal size. There is no damage, and all crystals are very 3-dimensional! The contrast to the stark white matrix is very appealing and dramatic on this specimen. The matrix is limestone, metamorphosed geologically to garnet (yes: garnet on garnet...)