Dioptase with Calcite
specimen number:
1471040
location:
Tsumeb mine, Otjikoto, Namibia
description:
Classic combination specimen from this famous locality, a grouping of large translucent lustrous rhombohedral calcite crystals measuring to 3.0 cm in size, these partly coated with brilliant green sparkling crystals of dioptase. The dioptase crystals are also present as inclusions within the calcite crystals. This is in very good condition.
Size: 7.0 x 6.0 x 3.5 cm (small-cabinet)
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Origin: Tsumeb Mine, Otjikoto, Namibia
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