Dioptase on Calcite

Tsumeb Mine, Tsumeb, Namibia
Small Cabinet, 9.4 x 9.3 x 5.8 cm
Start Time: 10/29/2015 6:30:00 pm (CDT)
End Time: 11/05/2015 6:30:00 pm (CST)
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Item Description

The large matrix hosts hosts a well-placed sculptural vug lined with gemmy, rich, emerald-green, dioptase crystals to about 8 mm and glassy calcite crystals on this showy and highly representative example of the combination species and famed locale. The large blocky, cleaved calcite rhomb is a nice accent.

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