Lot 1067. Garnet var. Demantoid, Ural Mountains, Russia. Weighing approximately 4.28 carats and measuring 10.01 x 8.34 x 6.55mm. Sold for US$ 18,750 (€16,745). Photo: Bonhams.

Vivid green in hue, of the most desirable shade, this large oval-cut demantoid garnet has a textbook, classic horsetail inclusion which is sure to interest serious collectors of andradite garnet. Particularly large in size for the species and unusual for its oval cut. This is an exceptionally fine demantoid garnet for the serious collector. 

Bonhams. AUCTION 23397: LAPIDARY WORKS OF ART, GEMSTONES, MINERALS AND NATURAL HISTORY - LOS ANGELES