SPESSARTINE GARNET with Schorl and Albite
Mn₃Al₂(SiO₄)₃
Little Three mine, Ramona, San Diego County, California

The bright orange spessartine gemstones from the Hercules Dike at the Little Three mine are regarded as among the finest in the world. This is the best specimen known from the mine.

Size: 6 cm across

Acquired: 1987 purchase, Chromy Fund.

Disposition: On display in the Hixon Gem Vault exhibit.

Catalog Number: 25288