Detailed information
Species
Dioptase, Calcite
Dimensions
76 x 116 x 40
mm
Weight
227 g
Locality
Tsumeb Mine Tsumeb, Oshikoto Region Namibia
Condition
No recorded repairs
This rare larger display specimen of Dioptase on Calcite from Tsumeb mine presents the highly sought after aesthetic combination of extremely gemmy emerald-green Dioptase crystals dispersed across a backdrop of creamy-white crystallized Calcite. Individually, the rhombic-faced prisms of Dioptase reach 9 mm in length and with good lighting these crystals really intensify in brightness to an extremely high standard. There is some minor chipping to a few of the Dioptase crystals but in terms of overall aesthetics and size for display, this is a top class piece. Ex Weyand collection.