Dioptase, Chrysocolla
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A beautiful set of lustrous, sharp, gemmy Dioptase crystals just sprinkled on soft chrysocolla-coated matrix. The color is excellent, as is the luster. The largest crystal is 1.7 cm long and sticks out at the viewer; and it is well-complemented by an array of smaller crystals. Ex. Charlie Key Collection.
Product details
SpeciesChrysocolla, Dioptase
SizeSmall Cabinet
Dimensions7.7 x 6.0 x 6.0 cm
Added on10/23/2024
LocalityNamibia, Kunene Region, Kaokoveld Plateau
Known provenance
| Date | Collector | Acquisition price |
|---|---|---|
| 08/2024 | Unknown Owner | Not disclosed |
| — | The Arkenstone | Not disclosed |
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Mineral guide
Learn about Chrysocolla
sky-blue to teal-green copper silicate; botryoidal coatings and stalactites, often with quartz drusy, valued for color and locality; ID tips.Regional guide
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