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Dioptase with Calcite from Omaue Mine, Kaokoveld, Kunene, Namibia

 
Dioptase with Calcite from Omaue Mine, Kaokoveld, Kunene, Namibia

Dioptase with Calcite from Omaue Mine, Kaokoveld, Kunene, Namibia

DESCRIPTION:No. 65528
Mineral:Dioptase with Calcite
Locality:Omaue Mine, Kaokoveld, Kunene, Namibia
Description:Large lustrous transparent green dioptase crystals with remnants of calcite that was dissolved to expose the dioptase crystals. Ex. D. Miller collection #M1287
Overall Size:4.5x3.5x2 cm
Crystals:3-15 mm
Archived: For reference only

 

 

 

 

 

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