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Dioptase with Calcite from Tsumeb Mine, Otavi-Bergland District, Oshikoto, Namibia

 
Dioptase with Calcite from Tsumeb Mine, Otavi-Bergland District, Oshikoto, Namibia

DESCRIPTION:No. 6675
Mineral:Dioptase with Calcite
Locality:Tsumeb Mine, Otavi-Bergland District, Oshikoto, Namibia
Description:Nice miniature of brilliant green dioptase crystals to 5 mm with calcite crystal overgrowth. Calcite shows no sign of etching, very bright luster. Ex. Sahno Collection
Overall Size:3.5x3x1.5 cm
Crystals:3-5 mm
Archived: For reference only

 

 

 

 

 

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