Dioptase and Malachite on Calcite - image 1
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Dioptase and Malachite on Calcite

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A very colorful combination piece featuring super-lustrous Dioptase crystals on Calcite. The color saturation, as well as the gemminess, of the Dioptases is terrific, and far better than the pics can adequately portray. There are even several balls of primary Malachite that add greatly to the aesthetics, as well as the mineral interest. And of course, the carbonates below fluoresce. Classic Tsumeb!

Product details

SizeSmall Cabinet
Dimensions7.0 x 5.9 x 5.1 cm
Added on10/23/2024

Known provenance

DateCollectorAcquisition price
08/2024Unknown OwnerNot disclosed
The ArkenstoneNot disclosed

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Calcite
Mineral guide
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diverse shapes, colors, and optical quirks; widely available yet scarce elite pieces from Elmwood and Charcas drive collecting value and display.
Regional guide
Calcite from Tsumeb
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