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Uvarovite crystals on chromite matrix
ID: 3593
Origin: Sarany mine, Perm Territory, Russia
Specimen size: 85 × 37 × 19 mm
Uvarovite crystal size: up to 1.5 mm
Weight: 84.8 g
An aesthetic specimen of uvarovite, presented as a dense aggregate of well-formed crystals uniformly covering the surface of a chromite matrix. The crystals are predominantly isometric, with clearly defined faces, exhibiting a vivid emerald-green color and a bright vitreous luster, creating a characteristic sparkling surface texture. Between the uvarovite aggregates and in certain areas of the matrix, chromian amesite occurs as a fine granular coating, displaying a pinkish to violet hue. These form contrasting patches and highlight a mineral association typical of this deposit. The matrix consists of massive chromite, dark gray to nearly black in color, which served as the substrate for uvarovite crystal growth. The specimen represents a classic and highly collectible example of uvarovite from the Sarany locality.