Dioptase with Dolomite
specimen number:
8691050
location:
Tsumeb mine, Otjikoto, Namibia
description:
Small deep green lustrous crystals of dioptase averaging 0.3 cm in size across this matrix with crystallized white dolomite. Slight micro-chipping present, this still in good condition. Colorless crystals of calcite are present as well.
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