Dioptase with Calcite - image 1
Dioptase with Calcite - image 2
specimen video

Dioptase with Calcite

Unknown Owner
Aesthetic attractive lustrous green slightly translucent crystals of dioptase measuring to 1.1 cm in size on a crystallized calcite matrix. There is one damaged crystal on the backside of the piece as seen in the video. Overall in good condition.

Product details

Species
Calcite, DioptaseAbout Calcite →
SizeThumbnail
Dimensions2.0 x 1.6 x 1.4 cm
Added on06/15/2025
Locality
Namibia, Oshikoto Region, Tsumeb

Known provenance

DateCollectorAcquisition price
06/2025Unknown Owner$120.00
—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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