Helvine (excellent crystal) on matrix

Item Description

This locality is known for producing some of the most attractive and highly displayable specimens of Spessartines in recent memory, but it is also known for producing some superb crystals of Helvine (formerly Helvite). This particular piece features a rarely seen, fine quality, sharp, well-formed, tetrahedral orange Helvine crystal measuring 1.6 cm with very minor trapezohedral Spessartine flaring off Microcline matrix. This material is becoming less and less available on the market, and keep in mind that there are only a few worldwide localities that produce fine specimens of Helvine, and the crystals are TINY, typically only a few mm. Fine, aesthetic matrix specimens of Helvine with a large predominant crystal like this are NOT easy to find from any locality. Valued at $950.