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Dioptase (Charlie Key)
- Christoff Mine, Kaokoveld Plateau, Kunene Region, Namibia
- Toenail, 2.9 x 2.9 x 2.4 cm
- Start Time: 06/07/2012 6:30:00 pm (CDT)
- End Time: 06/14/2012 6:30:00 pm (CDT)
- Auction Closed
Item Description
Gemmy and lustrous, rich emerald-green, dioptase crystals to 2.4 cm (doubly terminated) are showingly clustered on this excellent miniature specimen from the Kaokoveld. These crystals have a much different, richer color than those from Tsumeb or Reneville. This cutie displays well from three sides, with only one side having bruising. The upright crystals are pristine. Ex Charlie Key dealer stock. MUCH, MUCH BETTER IN PERSON!!