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Dioptase on Duftite from Tsumeb Mine, Otavi-Bergland District, Oshikoto, Namibia (Type Locality for Duftite)

 
Dioptase on Duftite from Tsumeb Mine, Otavi-Bergland District, Oshikoto, Namibia (Type Locality for Duftite)

DESCRIPTION:No. 22437
Mineral:Dioptase on Duftite
Locality:Tsumeb Mine, Otavi-Bergland District, Oshikoto, Namibia (Type Locality for Duftite)
Description:Exquisite specimen of lustrous, green dioptase crystals on lighter green duftite-coated matrix. The contrast of the dioptase on the duftite is very attractive. The dioptase is translucent and well crystallized.
Overall Size:4x3x2 cm
Crystals:1-7 mm
Archived: For reference only

 

 

 

 

 

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