Dioptase
specimen number:
9082271
location:
Altyn-Tyube, Karagandy, Kazakhstan
description: The top of this 15.0 x 8.0 x 5.0 cm matrix is almost completely covered with bright green crystals of dioptase measuring to 0.5 cm in size. Some contacting present, overall however this is in very good condition for such a large cabinet piece from this old classic locality. From the type locality for the species. Shipping weight: 1.36 pounds. Ex Charles Noll collection.
Size: 15.0 x 8.0 x 5.0 cm (large-cabinet)
Collection: Charles Noll
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