Tourmaline on Feldspar and Quartz - Specimen charcoal Melanite is a black variety

Melanite is a black variety of andradite garnet that is often used as a decorative stone

The fall occurred roughly 4

Approximate length of necklace: 16" to 18" (adjustable)

Unlike the labradorite from Canada or Finland

Tourmaline on Feldspar and Quartz - Specimen charcoal Melanite is a black varietyMined from: Errachidia Province, High Atlas Mountains, Dra Tafilalet Region, Morocco Description: This one of a kind Moroccan specimen has a broad, low profile and is packed with mineral texture from end to end. Cream to off white feldspar crystals form the main body of the piece, many showing sharp blocky faces and stepped growth surfaces. Between them sit clusters of smoky to grey quartz crystals with glassy luster and short terminations, giving the