Dioptase with Calcite - image 1
Dioptase with Calcite - image 2
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Dioptase with Calcite

Unknown Owner
One of the species that made this locality justly famous. Incredibly glassy translucent blocky emerald green crystals of dioptase measuring to 1.0 cm in size are scattered beautifully across the front of a white crystallized calcite matrix. This one is in super condition.

Product details

Species
Calcite, DioptaseAbout Calcite →
SizeSmall Cabinet
Dimensions9.0 x 7.0 x 3.0 cm
Added on12/31/2024
Locality
Namibia, Oshikoto Region, Tsumeb

Known provenance

DateCollectorAcquisition price
01/2025Unknown Owner$20,000.00
—Weinrich MineralsNot disclosed

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Calcite
Mineral guide
Learn about Calcite
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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