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Dioptase with Calcite & Duftite on a matrix,
Tsumeb Mine (Ongopolo Mine), Tsumeb, Oshikoto Region, Namibia
114 mm x 78 mm x 45 mm, 306 grams
This specimen of Dioptase, Calcite and Duftite on matrix is from an Old Collection which was collected between the 1980's to early 2000's.
- Vitreous, small, green trigonal Dioptase crystals have developed amongst small Calcite crystals on the surface.
- Vibrant green Dioptase crystals can be seen on the base of the specimen too.
- Colourless, trigonal Calcite crystals have developed all over the matrix.
- Opaque, light green Duftite has developed on the Calcite crystals.
- Opaque, earthy green Mottramite can be seen on the perimeter of the matrix, it appears that the Dioptase and Calcite developed on the Mottramite.
- Dioptase, Calcite, Duftite and Mottramite crystals appear to have developed on a calcite rich matrix.
- Scattered chips and contact damage present.
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- In most cases, damage will be present from where the specimen was removed from its parent material.
- Sandy residue may be present.
- Minor scattered chips to the crystal edges and faces may be present.
- Any polished material will have minor surface scratches, natural fractures, and vugs.
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