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Dioptase from Reneville, Kindanba District, Pool Department, Republic of Congo

 
Dioptase from Reneville, Kindanba District, Pool Department, Republic of Congo

Dioptase from Reneville, Kindanba District, Pool Department, Republic of Congo

DESCRIPTION:No. 22500
Mineral:Dioptase
Locality:Reneville, Kindanba District, Pool Department, Republic of Congo
Description:Rich cluster of green dioptase crystals covering all sides. The dioptase crystals on the rear have a dark coating of another mineral (goethite?), but the pocket on the front is clean and lustrous. Sensel purchased the specimen from S. Williams in 1961. Ex. Dr. Eugene E. Sensel (1911-2000) collection #B75
Overall Size:10x7x5 cm
Crystals:2-3 mm
Archived: For reference only

 

 

 

 

 

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