Dioptase (Type Locality)

Altyn-Tyube, Karaganda Oblast, Kazakhstan
Miniature, 3.4 x 2.1 x 1.8 cm
Start Time: 04/01/2013 1:00:00 am (CDT)
End Time: 04/04/2013 6:44:23 pm (CDT)
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Item Description

An aesthetic and rich miniature of beautifully placed dioptase crystals from the Type Locality. The crystals are gemmy and lustrous and have rich emerald-green color. The beautifully set crystal at the crown is 1.0 cm. An outstanding and pristine example of the species in this size range from this noted locale.

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