PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
Dioptase from the Congo: Emerald Beauty Unveiled
Congo's Dioptase is a breathtaking mineral, renowned for its vibrant emerald-green color and exceptional clarity. Found mainly in the Brazzaville region, these specimens often feature glistening drusy surfaces and classic cubic forms. Recent discoveries have produced some of the finest museum-quality pieces, showcasing bright, gemmy crystals. Some pieces may also exhibit unique associations with minerals like Mimetite, Malachite, Chrysocolla and Azurite.
A NOTE FROM NICK
This specimen has some minor damage, would have been R12000 to R18000, we selling it for R3000 as its still very beautiful.
PRODUCT MINERALS
Copper Cyclosilicate
PRODUCT FEATURES
Trigonal, Rhombohedral, Transparent, Translucent, Lustre,
PRODUCT COLOUR
Green
MOHS HARDNESS SCALE
5
PRODUCT DATA
Locality = Likasi, Congo
Grade = Medium to Good Grade
Size = 179 - 149 - 72 mm
SKU = 152-665-240929
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