Dioptase with Calcite
specimen number:
1571018
location:
Tsumeb Mine, Otjikoto, Namibia
description: Wonderful classic Tsumeb specimen showing a matrix of crystallized calcite, one very well defined crystal almost 3.0 cm across, the entire front side of the specimen covered with glistening deep green crystals of dioptase to 0.1 cm in size. In outstanding condition, this measures 6.0 x 5.0 x 3.5 cm.
Size: 6.0 x 5.0 x 3.5 cm (small-cabinet)
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