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Dioptase with Duftite

$3,500.00

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A super specimen of Dioptase coated by Conichalcite/Duftite from the Tsumeb Mine, Namibia. Well developed lustrous crystals of rich emerald green Dioptase covers the display face of the specimen. The Dioptase is 75% covered by a layer of apple green Conichalcite/Duftite with a further limited deposition of Dioptase crystals has formed on the Conichalcite/Duftite. The reverse of the specimen is also partly covered by lustrous crystals of Dioptase measuring to 0.9cm, on a white Dolomite and reddish Goethite matrix. A fine Tsumeb specimen.

Product details

Species
Dioptase, DuftiteAbout Dioptase →
SizeCabinet
Dimensions5.7 x 10.6 x 4.3 cm
Listed on10/24/2024
Locality
Namibia, Oshikoto Region, TsumebRegional guide →
SKUCC9270

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Dioptase
Mineral guide
Learn about Dioptase
vivid emerald-green crystals with glassy luster, often on white calcite or quartz; highly collectible due to color, clarity, and brittleness.
Dioptase
Regional guide
Dioptase from Tsumeb, Namibia
Tsumeb collector's guide - razor-sharp emerald-green crystals on calcite, prized trophies from a famed locality with specimens and rarity.