AllMinerals/JohnBetts-FineMinerals > Online Mineral Museum Photographic Archive > Minerals from Namibia > Dioptase |
DESCRIPTION: | No. 23687 |
Mineral: | Dioptase |
Locality: | Tsumeb Mine, Otavi-Bergland District, Oshikoto, Namibia |
Description: | Sparkling cluster of emerald-green dioptase crystals on white calcite matrix. The central crystal, nestled in a shallow area, is 18 mm long but hard to see in the photos. Minor damage at the extreme ends where attached to adjacent matrix. Ex. John Rumble collection (South Africa) |
Overall Size: | 7x4.5x3 cm |
Crystals: | 1-18 mm |
Archived: | For reference only |
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