Garnets in Chlorite Matrix - North Carolina Jade stabilizes individuality

Jade stabilizes individuality

Chemical Formula: Ca(VO)Si4O10·4(H2O)

Spirit Amethyst

Chemical Formula: Al₂O₃ & Al₂SiO₅

Father Sky

Garnets in Chlorite Matrix - North Carolina Jade stabilizes individualityHere is an eye catching example of almandine garnets settled nicely into a schist matrix. The matrix is chlorite muscovite schist, commonly found in the mountains of North Carolina, United States. As you can see in the photos, this piece is loaded with garnets, a great example for anyone who loves garnets. The contrast of this specimen is unmatched. Many of the specimens similar to this are found by either our own staff or good friends of the company