Dioptase with Calcite (ca. 1970 - excellent)

Item Description

This very fine, 3-dimensional, combination specimen exhibits the top gemmy emerald-green color (impossible to replicate in photos), that made these Tsumeb specimens so famous. The crystals easily pass light when backlit. The rich preferential coating of sharp, water-clear, colorless, calcite rhombs is a super compliment and a very highly desirable combination, at that. The value of Tsumeb specimens seems to rise daily, and fine quality specimens are now highly sought after, and prized more than ever by dealers and collectors alike. The former dealer label has a circa 1970 date for this piece. A very choice combination old-timer.