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Diamond (1.44 carat black hexoctahedral crystal) from Oranjemund District, southern coastal Namib Desert, Namibia

 
Diamond (1.44 carat black hexoctahedral crystal) from Oranjemund District, southern coastal Namib Desert, Namibia

DESCRIPTION:No. 30097
Mineral:Diamond (1.44 carat black hexoctahedral crystal)
Locality:Oranjemund District, southern coastal Namib Desert, Namibia
Description:Perfect crystal of black diamond with smooth, lustrous surfaces and hexoctahedral crystal form. The crystal resembles a black pearl. It is actually translucent, with smoky color due to graphite inclusions. No damage, perfect crystal form.
Overall Size:6x5x5 mm
Crystals:6 mm
Archived: For reference only

 

 

 

 

 

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