Dioptase with Malachite, Chrysocolla
specimen number:
8282271
location:
Tantara Mine, Shinkolobwe, Kambove, Haut-Katanga, DR Congo
description:
A beautiful combination specimen, the top of this matrix is covered by light blue botryoidal chrysocolla and then richly scattered throughout with lustrous deep green crystals of dioptase measuring to 1.0 cm in size. A cluster of malachite crystals 3.0 cm across is present top and center. This is in terrific condition all around.
Size: 9.0 x 7.5 x 3.5 cm (small-cabinet)
Collection: Eugenio Andrades
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