Garnets in Chlorite Matrix - North Carolina this mineral will convert to

this mineral will convert to another very sought-after mineral

sending debris in all directions

there are very tiny crystals that have grown over a layer of malachite

many smaller termination along the main crystal faces

Garnets in Chlorite Matrix - North Carolina this mineral will convert toHere 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. This specimen somehow looks rugged and yet elegant all at the same time. Many of the specimens similar to this are found by either our own staff or