Dioptase
specimen number:
1020483
location:
Tsumeb Mine, Tsumeb, Otjikoto Region, Namibia
description: A 6.5 x 5.2 x 2.3 cm matrix, the front completely covered by lustrous deep green beautiful crystals of dioptase. The largest crystal is an enormous 2.4 cm in length. Very minor and minimal chipping is present on the edges of the piece; all of the prominent crystals are perfect, including the large one. The back of the matrix has been sawn and shaped for trimming/display purposes, not viewable when the piece is displayed properly. A very pretty classic small cabinet specimen! Ex Dawn and Jim Minette collection #WW483.
Size: 6.5 x 5.2 x 2.8 cm (small-cabinet)
Collection: Dawn & James Minette
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