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This lush, lustrous bed of fully formed, fully terminated, moderately sized dioptase crystals with a deep emerald color is accented by large, beautifully gemmy golden calcite crystals growing with the dioptase. From the DRC - one of two locations worldwide where this uncommon mineral is sourced - this specimen features the translucency collectors prize in the copper cyclosilicate mineral. Truly museum grade, this will crown your collection.
Dimensions: 9"W x 4"D x 6-1/2"H, Weight: 10 lb.
- Dimensions:Height: 6.5 in (16.51 cm)Width: 9 in (22.86 cm)Depth: 4 in (10.16 cm)
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- Date of Manufacture:New
- Production Type:New & Custom(One of a Kind)
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- Seller Location:New York, NY
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