Dioptase with Calcite
Dioptase with Calcite
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SKU:i-min-2111
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Quick Overview
Dioptase crystal cluster with white calcite inclusions throughout.
Measurements: ~3" long x 2" tall x 1" deep
Location: Sanda, Kimbedi, D.R.O.C
More Information
Dioptase crystals are emerald green and translucent. The mineral got its name from the Greek words for "to see" and "through" because of the ability to see internal cleavage planes of the small crystals. The mineral forms in rhombohedral crystals (usually less than 1cm in size) with a chemical composition of CuSiO3 (H2O).