Calcite with Dioptase (Liebetrau Coll.)

Item Description

Calcite and dioptase specimens are very highly desirable from the famous and now-closed Tsumeb Mine. This is a striking and aesthetic combination specimen of the two species. A showy cluster of sharp, glassy, calcite rhombs to 1.6 cm have a thin veneer or are included by dioptase microcrystals. Festooned atop the green-tinted calcite rhombs is a sparkling, second generation of sugary calcite crystals, which really add a dramatic effect to this excellent specimen. Very nearly pristine, except for the trivial periphery wear. You would be hard-pressed to find a better example of this beautiful, combination varietal. Ex Al and Sue Liebetrau Collection. Valued at $1000. A very fine Tsumeb spiker for this auction.