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Dioptase from Tsumeb Mine, Otavi-Bergland District, Oshikoto, Namibia

 
Dioptase from Tsumeb Mine, Otavi-Bergland District, Oshikoto, Namibia

Dioptase from Tsumeb Mine, Otavi-Bergland District, Oshikoto, Namibia

DESCRIPTION:No. 35576
Mineral:Dioptase
Locality:Tsumeb Mine, Otavi-Bergland District, Oshikoto, Namibia
Description:Vivid green dioptase crystals with colorless calcite. The dioptase crystals are lustrous, translucent with excellent color. Scattered damage visible under magnification.
Overall Size:3.5x3.5x2 cm
Crystals:1-4 mm
Archived: For reference only

 

 

 

 

 

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