Dioptase

Item Description

Dioptase is known from a few world localities in superb quality specimens, but recently there was a find of new material in the Pool Department of the Congo (Brazzaville). These specimens show great color, with larger sized crystals and EXCELLENT gemminess. This particular specimen features many sharp, lustrous, rich emerald green color Dioptase crystals forming an attractive overall specimen. The largest Dioptase crystal measures 1.8 cm. Most of the crystals are undamaged, though there are a few contacts here and there. This find seemed to be somewhat limited, and hopefully will produce more of these wonderful quality Dioptase. With the price of Tsumeb Dioptase specimens rising daily, this is a great opportunity to snag a "Tsumeb"-like specimen of this species for a fraction of the price. This piece was valued at $950 in the inventory.