AllMinerals/JohnBetts-FineMinerals > Online Mineral Museum Photographic Archive > Minerals from Namibia > Dioptase

Search

 

Online Mineral Museum Archive of Mineral Photographs and Mineral Descriptions from John Betts - 
Fine Minerals.com and Allminerals.com

   

Dioptase from Omaue, Kaokoveld, Namibia

 
Dioptase from Omaue, Kaokoveld, Namibia

DESCRIPTION:No. 40438
Mineral:Dioptase
Locality:Omaue, Kaokoveld, Namibia
Description:Lustrous dark green dioptase crystals with a distinct blue tint, especially on the edges. One crystal on the edge is quite large. Hard to photograph - must be seen in person to be appreciated.
Overall Size:4x3x2 cm
Crystals:1-14 mm
Archived: For reference only

 

 

 

 

 

© AllMinerals/JohnBetts-FineMinerals All Rights Reserved

The minerals illustrated on this site are presented for reference purposes only. The owner of this site did not collect the minerals and collectors should not assume access is permitted to the property based on inclusion in this museum. Please contact the property owner to obtain legal permission before entering private property. ;