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Dioptase

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Yet another Pough beauty - look at the almost WET-looking luster of these fabulous dioptase crystals. Top color, too, and nice association with cerussite. The old label indicates that it was acquired in 1975 and was actually in the thumbnail collection of Fay Pough. Fine thumber with a fine pedigree! 1.4 x 1.3 x 1.2 cm

Product details

SpeciesDioptase
SizeThumbnail
Dimensions1.4 x 1.3 x 1.2 cm
Added on10/23/2024
LocalityNamibia, Oshikoto Region, Tsumeb

Known provenance

DateCollectorAcquisition price
08/2024Unknown OwnerNot disclosed
—The ArkenstoneNot disclosed

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Dioptase
Mineral guide
Learn about Dioptase
vivid emerald-green crystals with glassy luster, often on white calcite or quartz; highly collectible due to color, clarity, and brittleness.
Dioptase
Regional guide
Dioptase from Tsumeb, Namibia
, Tsumeb (Namibia): deep emerald-green crystals with bluish cast, glassy luster, sharp terminations on calcite, a collector’s prized, iconic locality.