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Dioptase on Chrysocolla
- Reneville, Reneville Region, Republic of the Congo
- Miniature, 5.3 x 4.0 x 2.0 cm
- Start Time: 06/29/2011 6:30:00 pm (CDT)
- End Time: 07/12/2011 6:45:00 pm (CDT)
- Auction Closed
Item Description
Super richly colored, sparkly plate composed of hundreds of lustrous, gemmy Dioptase crystals, averaging about .3 cm in size. For such a dense growth, the crystals retain theiir visual indentity remarkably well. They are distinct, and they are sharp. Much better in person. Very good visual appeal. Small layer of chrysocolla on back reveals it is not Tsumeb, but it looks it!