Calcite (Cobalt-rich), Dioptase - image 1
Photo by Gerald Pauley

Calcite (Cobalt-rich), Dioptase

RO
Ric Otton
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Calcite (cobalt-rich) on dioptase, 6 cm, from Haut-Katanga, Democratic Republic of the Congo. Gerald Pauley photo.

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SpeciesCobalt, Calcite, Dioptase
SizeSmall Cabinet
Dimensions6.0 cm
Added on02/13/2026
LocalityDR Congo, Haut-Katanga
Publications
  • Mineralogical Record Mineral Collections In Australia page 63

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Cobalt
Mineral guide
Learn about Cobalt
native metal prized for rarity and steel-gray luster, with bold contrasts to erythrite or calcite; Bou Azzer and Schneeberg stand out.
Regional guide
Cobalt from Haut-Katanga
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    Calcite (Cobalt-rich), Dioptase - Haut-Katanga, DR Congo