Diamond

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A very rare piece for several reasons, including the color and the sharpness as well as the size for the locality. The diamond is completely opaque and black. It is a very large octahedral crystal, modified by the dodecahedron. It is 11 mm on edge or larger measured across, about 1.5 cm. 23.95 cts: 15 x 15 x 15 mm This Photo was Mindat.org Photo of the Day - 20th Jul 2006

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SizeThumbnail
Dimensions1.5 x 1.5 x 1.5 cm
Added on10/23/2024
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DateCollectorAcquisition price
08/2024Unknown OwnerNot disclosed
The ArkenstoneNot disclosed

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Diamond
Mineral guide
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the hardest mineral (Mohs 10) with octahedra, trigons, and cube forms; matrix and alluvial crystals prized for pristine appearance and provenance.
Regional guide
Diamond from Sierra Leone
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