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Diamond (9.57 carat intergrown cubic crystals) from Mbuji-Mayi (Miba), Democratic Republic of the Congo

 
Diamond (9.57 carat intergrown cubic crystals) from Mbuji-Mayi (Miba), Democratic Republic of the Congo

DESCRIPTION:No. 25399
Mineral:Diamond (9.57 carat intergrown cubic crystals)
Locality:Mbuji-Mayi (Miba), Democratic Republic of the Congo
Description:Greenish-yellow crystals of natural diamond. The crystals are cubic, with smaller crystals intergrown with a larger crystal (rare!). The opaque outer layers conceal gem-grade interior. The surface is composed of many minute crystal faces.
Overall Size:9x9x9 mm
Crystals:1-9 mm
Archived: For reference only

 

 

 

 

 

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