Dioptase - Tsumeb Mine, Namibia

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specimen
Dioptase
SpeciesSize
DioptaseMiniature
Comments
Details
ColorsGreen
Origin
NANamibia
Oshikoto Region
Tsumeb Mine
SizeMiniature
Dimensions4.3 x 2.3 x 2.1 cm
Species
Dpt
Dioptase
Description
This matrix specimen with minor quartz association features a radial spray/cluster of intergrown, gemmy and glassy, emerald green dioptase crystals. The cluster measures 1.5 cm across. Dramatic! Ex. Charlie Key.
Origin