Dioptase on Calcite Matrix
Collection
Robert Lavinsky
Description
Scattered crystals of glassy and gemmy, intense green Dioptase, to 1.3 cm across, are emplaced on rhombs of colorless Calcite over a matrix of brownish-pink Dolomite. The color and texture contrast are remarkable. This is a fine miniature of one of the most classic minerals in the mineral world, probably from the 1970's finds.
Locality
Tsumeb Mine, Tsumeb, Otjikoto Region, Namibia
Dimensions
4.6 x 3.7 x 2.9 cm.
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