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Diamond (0.98 carat octahedral crystal) from Mwadui, Shinyanga, Tanzania

 
Diamond (0.98 carat octahedral crystal) from Mwadui, Shinyanga, Tanzania

DESCRIPTION:No. 25461
Mineral:Diamond (0.98 carat octahedral crystal)
Locality:Mwadui, Shinyanga, Tanzania
Description:Transparent crystal of colorless, natural diamond. The crystal form if octahedral with surfaces composed of many minute, parallel faces making it look frosted. Has several graphite inclusions (another form of graphite) visible inside.
Overall Size:6x5x5 mm
Crystals:6 mm
Archived: For reference only

 

 

 

 

 

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