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

Unknown Owner
Brilliant green crystals of dioptase to 1.5 cm in size in scalenohedral crystals of calcite. This is from the type locality for the species. One does not often see such a large calcite crystals from this locality. In good condition with very minimal damage along the lower edge of the piece.

Product details

Species
Calcite, DioptaseAbout Calcite →
SizeSmall Cabinet
Dimensions6.5 x 5.0 x 4.0 cm
Added on11/19/2025
Locality
Kazakhstan, Karaganda Region, Altyn-Tyube dioptase deposit

Known provenance

DateCollectorAcquisition price
05/2026Unknown Owner$800.00
—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 Altyn-Tyube dioptase deposit
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