Dioptase
Posted by: Raymond McDougall on 07.04.2020 | Filed under:

Dioptase

 

Specimen # 200242
Mineral: Dioptase
Location: Mindouli, Pool Department, Republic of Congo (Brazzaville)
Size: 4.6 x 3.1 x 2.7 cm

 

Specimen # 200242
Mineral: Dioptase
Location: Mindouli, Pool Department, Republic of Congo (Brazzaville)
Size: 4.6 x 3.1 x 2.7 cm

Description

Detailed Description

This specimen hosts brilliant lustrous green dioptase crystals, clustered together. The crystals are translucent, and some are oriented such that both terminations are visible. In excellent condition – small incomplete crystals can be seen with magnification. Crystallized all around, lots of intense green sparkle.

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