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Diamond (0.87 carat yellow dodecahedral crystal) from Damtshaa Mine, near Orapa, Botswana

DESCRIPTION:	No. 52765
Mineral:	Diamond (0.87 carat yellow dodecahedral crystal)
Locality:	Damtshaa Mine, near Orapa, Botswana
Description:	Lustrous yellow natural diamond crystal with dodecahedral form modified with a triangular octahedral face. The diamond crystal is transparent, with no dark inclusions and only a small sub-surface flaw in one corner. Excellent natural sparkle.
Overall Size:	5x4.5x3.2 mm
Crystals:	5 mm
Archived:	For reference only

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