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

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

DESCRIPTION:No. 6669
Mineral:Dioptase on Quartz
Locality:Tsumeb Mine, Otavi-Bergland District, Oshikoto, Namibia
Description:Rare specimen of dioptase crystals on quartz crystal matrix. Dioptase is bright green crystals to 3 mm contrast nicely off white quartz with calcite. Ex. Sahno Collection
Overall Size:4.5x3.5x2.4 cm
Crystals:1-3 mm
Archived: For reference only

 

 

 

 

 

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