Spessartine Garnet on Muscovite Mica – Skardu Thumbnail

Sourced from the prestigious mineral pockets of Skardu, this 3.5ct specimen is a quintessential thumbnail for the discerning collector. The central Spessartine Garnet displays a brilliant, fiery orange hue with excellent internal transparency. The crystal exhibits sharp, well-defined dodecahedral faces and a high-vitreous luster that catches the light with intense "inner fire."

The garnet is naturally situated on a base of silvery Muscovite (Mica). The thin, reflective mica plates provide a bright, metallic contrast that acts as a natural mirror, reflecting light back through the garnet to enhance its saturation. At 23mm, this piece is the ideal size for a standard specimen box, offering a 100% natural and unpolished look at the classic mineral associations of northern Pakistan.