Dioptase with Calcite
specimen number:
3491209
location:
Tsumeb mine, Otjikoto, Namibia
description:
Glassy translucent deep green crystals of dioptase to 0.7 cm in size on a white crystallized calcite matrix. Very slight micro-chipping present as seen, still in good condition. Great color contrast makes this beautiful classic specimen from southern Africa quite nice.
Size: 6.5 x 4.0 x 3.0 cm (small-cabinet)
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