Calcite with Dioptase
specimen number:
4451029
location:
Tsumeb mine, Otjikoto, Namibia
description:
Lustrous rhombohedral crystals of calcite measuring to 1.7 cm in size across the top of this matrix. Most of these are attractively included with micro crystals of green dioptase. In very good condition, this is classic material for this old locality.
Size: 8.0 x 4.5 x 2.0 cm (small-cabinet)
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