Garnets in Chlorite Matrix - North Carolina Bumblebee Jasper

Bumblebee Jasper

It was also mentioned by the great philosopher Plato

Usually ranging between 4 to 10 inches in length

There are many rumors as to why they are so cheap and they have been given a reputation because of it

You will receive the fossil crab pictured

Garnets in Chlorite Matrix - North Carolina Bumblebee JasperHere 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