Plancheite from Tantara Mine, Shinkolobwe, Kambove Territory, Haut-Katanga, DR Congo - image 1
Plancheite from Tantara Mine, Shinkolobwe, Kambove Territory, Haut-Katanga, DR Congo - image 2

Plancheite from Tantara Mine, Shinkolobwe, Kambove Territory, Haut-Katanga, DR Congo

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Attractive lustrous emerald green crystals of dioptase measuring to almost 1.0 cm in size up on matrix with blue crystallized plancheite. Great color combination, micro-chipping present but minimal. I think that the specimen is in good condition.

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SpeciesPlancheiteDioptase
SizeSmall Cabinet
Dimensions5.5 x 4.0 x 3.0 cm
Added on10/25/2024
LocalityDR Congo, Haut-Katanga, Tantara Mine

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Unknown Owner
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Acquired
Jun 2026
Price paid
$470.00

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