Dioptase
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An apparently unique dioptase specimen from a very uncommon Mexican locality - km 1865 on the Guadalajara-Nogales Highway. Gemmy, emerald-green dioptase crystals richly cover both sides of the showy and different-looking rhyolitic gossan matrix. One side has many, small vugs filled with dioptase crystals. The other side is a large, quartz-lined vug richly sprinkled with isolated dioptase microcrystals. Ex. Fred Pough and George Elling Collections.
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| Date | Collector | Acquisition price |
|---|---|---|
| 08/2024 | Unknown Owner | Not disclosed |
| — | The Arkenstone | Not disclosed |
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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.Regional guide
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