Dioptase
Tsumeb Mine, Tsumeb, Oshikoto Region, Namibia
This fine matrix dioptase specimen is highlighted by a shockingly freestanding, complete-all-around, large 1.5 cm crystal. The crystal is fat, too, and very equant. The crystal is glassy and gemmy with a dark, emerald green color, that glows when backlit. Ex. Dr. John Innes, Julius and Miriam Zweibel, and Stuart Strife Collections.
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