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Diamond (0.95 carat pale yellow dodecahedral crystal) from Damtshaa Mine, near Orapa, Botswana

 
Diamond (0.95 carat pale yellow dodecahedral crystal) from Damtshaa Mine, near Orapa, Botswana

Diamond (0.95 carat pale yellow dodecahedral crystal) from Damtshaa Mine, near Orapa, Botswana

DESCRIPTION:No. 52763
Mineral:Diamond (0.95 carat pale yellow dodecahedral crystal)
Locality:Damtshaa Mine, near Orapa, Botswana
Description:Pale yellow transparent natural diamond crystal with dodecahedral form and striated surfaces that appear to be built-up layers. Internally the diamond has no visible inclusions, but there is a shallow sub-surface flaw on one face.
Overall Size:6x4.5x4 mm
Crystals:6 mm
Archived: For reference only

 

 

 

 

 

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