Dioptase with Calcite, Mimetite
specimen number:
8691002
location:
Tsumeb mine, Otjikoto, Namibia
description:
Emerald green lustrous crystals of dioptase measuring to 0.6 cm in size across the top of this matrix with small crystals of calcite and mimetite. An attractive combination specimen in very good condition. The specimen comes with a previous collection label from noted author William Sanborn. This is shown at the end of the video.
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