| AllMinerals/JohnBetts-FineMinerals > Online Mineral Museum Photographic Archive > Minerals from Namibia > Dioptase and Calcite |
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| DESCRIPTION: | No. 21666 |
| Mineral: | Dioptase and Calcite |
| Locality: | Tsumeb Mine, Otavi-Bergland District, Oshikoto, Namibia |
| Description: | Translucent crystals of brilliant green dioptase on white calcite matrix. A small chunk of white calcite is included in one corner of the largest dioptase crystal. Excellent color and luster. |
| Overall Size: | 36x18x16 mm |
| Crystals: | 1-10 mm |
| Archived: | For reference only |
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