{"product_id":"raspberry-pink-grossular-garnet-specimen-coahuila-mexico-47g","title":"Raspberry Pink Grossular Garnet Specimen – Sierra de las Cruces, Coahuila, Mexico | 47g","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis is the exact piece you will receive.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 47g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 53 × 49 × 24 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sierra de las Cruces, Alicante, Coahuila, Mexico\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMineral class:\u003c\/strong\u003e Nesosilicate — Garnet group (Grossular)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCrystal system:\u003c\/strong\u003e Isometric \/ dodecahedral\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColour:\u003c\/strong\u003e Raspberry pink to deep rose-red\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eRaspberry Pink Grossular Garnet Specimen – Sierra de las Cruces, Coahuila, Mexico\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a rare and visually striking grossular garnet specimen displaying vivid raspberry-pink crystal clusters set against a pale white matrix. Grossular garnet from this locality is highly sought after by mineral collectors worldwide — and increasingly scarce, as the Sierra de las Cruces mine is now \u003cstrong\u003epermanently closed\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBrowse our full \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/garnet\"\u003eGarnet collection\u003c\/a\u003e or explore more rare finds in our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/mineral-specimens\"\u003eMineral Specimens collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAbout This Locality\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Sierra de las Cruces deposit in Coahuila, Mexico produced some of the finest raspberry-pink grossular garnets ever documented. With the mine now closed, specimens from this locality are considered \u003cstrong\u003eclosed-mine classics\u003c\/strong\u003e — their value and rarity will only increase over time. Each piece is a permanent record of a unique geological moment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDisplay \u0026amp; Care\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDisplay indoors\u003c\/strong\u003e away from direct sunlight to preserve colour vibrancy.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHandle with care\u003c\/strong\u003e — the crystal clusters can be delicate at matrix contact points.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClean gently\u003c\/strong\u003e with a soft dry brush; avoid water and chemical cleaners.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStore safely\u003c\/strong\u003e in a padded display case or mineral stand for best presentation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is grossular garnet?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGrossular is a calcium aluminium silicate member of the garnet group. It occurs in a wide range of colours; the raspberry-pink variety from Coahuila is among the most prized by collectors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy is this specimen rare?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Sierra de las Cruces mine in Coahuila, Mexico — the primary source of this raspberry-pink colour variety — is now permanently closed. No new material is being produced, making existing specimens increasingly collectible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this a good investment piece?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eClosed-mine mineral specimens from documented localities are widely regarded as strong long-term collectibles. This piece comes with full provenance information.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this ethically sourced?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. All our specimens are responsibly sourced from known, reputable mineral localities and dealers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eCrystals are natural products. Macro photography is used to show detail and may make pieces appear larger than actual size. Please review all photos and dimensions carefully before purchasing.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Million Years Crystal","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55242689249655,"sku":"Garnet","price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0920\/4642\/6487\/files\/new-find-grossular-garnet-rare-raspberry-pink-garnet-mineral-specimen-coahuila-mexico-6-6656546.jpg?v=1784649533","url":"https:\/\/millionyearscrystal.com\/products\/raspberry-pink-grossular-garnet-specimen-coahuila-mexico-47g","provider":"Million Years Crystal","version":"1.0","type":"link"}