Dioptase from Mindouli, Mindouli District, Pool Department, Republic of the Congo - image 1

Dioptase from Mindouli, Mindouli District, Pool Department, Republic of the Congo

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Vibrant color contrast on this Congo combo featuring botryoidal orange mimetite alongside saturated green dioptase. Bright luster and sharp edges on the dioptase. In great condition, with no significant damage. An excellent miniature from recent production in the Congo.

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SizeMiniature
Dimensions4.5 x 4.0 x 2.0 cm
Added on09/26/2026
Current owner
Unknown Owner
Acquired
Sep 2026
Price paid
$0.00
Previous owners
DateCollectorAcquisition price
—DanZ RockshopNot disclosed

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Dioptase
Mineral guide
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vivid emerald-green crystals with glassy luster, often on white calcite or quartz; highly collectible due to color, clarity, and brittleness.
Dioptase
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Dioptase from Mindouli
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Locality guide
Mindouli
Mindouli, Republic of the Congo - type locality for plancheite; prized for emerald-green dioptase on blue plancheite and rare paragenesis with mimetite and wul…