Dioptase with Duftite
specimen number:
8041033
location:
near Mindouli, Pool Dept., Republic of Congo
description:
Gorgeous sparkling crystals of dioptase forming hollow open casts after a previous spherical shape species, possibly shattuckite, these to 2.0 cm in diameter. Very minimal micro-chipping present, this still in very fine condition I think. A gorgeous piece. Minor duftite present as well.
Size: 6.0 x 5.0 x 2.5 cm (small-cabinet)
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