Wulfenite on Dioptase

Tsumeb Mine, Tsumeb, Namibia
Small Cabinet, 6.0 x 6.0 x 3.0 cm
Start Time: 11/11/2010 6:30:00 pm (CST)
End Time: 11/18/2010 6:30:00 pm (CST)
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Item Description

Wulfenite on dioptase is certainly one of THE most desirable combination species from the famous and now-closed Tsumeb Mine. I do not think it occurs as a combo from anywhere else. Scintillating, absolutely gemmy and lustrous, rich emerald-green, dioptase crystals fill a sculptural vug - and are superbly accented with sharp, lustrous and translucent, yellow, wulfenite crystals to 5 mm. The wulfies have sharp beveled edges. Yes, there is periphery wear on this striking piece, but this remains an extremely colorful, dramatic and most excellent example of these combination species. MUCH, MUCH BETTER IN PERSON!!! valued $1200-1500

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