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Dioptase (classic locale) Elling Coll.
- Reneville Mine, Kindanba District, Pool Department, Republic of Congo
- Small Cabinet, 8.2 x 5.0 x 3.5 cm
- Start Time: 04/12/2012 6:30:00 pm (CDT)
- End Time: 04/19/2012 6:38:22 pm (CDT)
- Auction Closed
Item Description
This striking crust from Reneville is solid dioptase. It has large prismatic, elongated, terminated crystals to 2.0 cm. The color is deep rich emerald-green, the luster is very high and the crystals are gemmy to translucent. This very fine old-time piece is from the 1950s to 70s finds. A very pretty display piece. Pristine. Ex George Elling Collection.