Dioptase (DBx01-S08)

R460.00

1 in stock

Dioptase (on Matrix)

Vitreous lustre and a green stripe, Darker Green natural colour, with Crust of crystals partially covering an open crevice and part of the front face.
No other minerals / crystals, but Quartz like Matrix.

Dioptase is a not-so-common specimen that belongs to the Silicates family of minerals. Chemical formula Cu6Si6O18·6H2O (also reported as CuSiO2(OH)2

This Specimen suits the hobbyist and seasoned collectors alike.

Size is closest estimate if specimen is laid against a ruler

Description

Dioptase (in Matrix)

Vitreous lustre and a green stripe, Darker Green natural colour, with Crust of crystals partially covering an open crevice and part of the front face.
No other minerals / crystals, but Quartz like Matrix.

Dioptase is a not-so-common specimen that belongs to the Silicates family of minerals. Chemical formula Cu6Si6O18·6H2O (also reported as CuSiO2(OH)2

This Specimen suits the amateur, hobbyist and seasoned collectors alike.

Size is closest estimate if specimen is laid against a ruler

Additional information

Approx Width

51 mm

Approx Height

39 mm

Approx Bredth

60 mm

Approx Weight

136 Grams

Specimen origin

DRC, Congo Africa

Sorting

DBx01-S08