Dioptase (Type Locality) on Calcite

Altyn-Tyube, Karaganda Oblast, Kazakhstan
Small Cabinet, 6.1 x 4.5 x 3.1 cm
Start Time: 01/07/2016 6:30:00 pm (CST)
End Time: 01/14/2016 6:30:00 pm (CST)
Auction Closed
View Closed Auction Set

Item Description

Gemmy and lustrous, rich emerald-green dioptase crystals, to 1.1 cm, cover the calcite matrix on this very rich and attractive small cabinet from the well-known Type Locality. The noted periphery wear is certainly only a modest detraction to this classic.

Did You Know We Offer Custom Bases?

Learn More

Miss this auction? Buy Dioptase mineral specimens on iRocks.com