Spessartite Garnet from Loliondo, Tanzania — a vivid orange material found on land controlled by the Maasai. Mining here is done by hand on a small scale, and production has always been limited. Typical fine sugar inclusions that make these cut extra sparkly gemstones
16 pieces / 10.013 grams / 50.065 carats / 3.2 carats average
Estimate: $525 - $550
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