Dioptase & Quartz on Calcite- D.R. Congo stretching down into South America

stretching down into South America

You will receive one (1) packaged mineral kit similar to the one pictured

You will receive the specimen pictured

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Dioptase & Quartz on Calcite- D.R. Congo stretching down into South AmericaDioptase is known for being a mesmerizing mineral. Something about its deep emerald green color just grabs everyone's attention. This specimen contains a couple of smaller quartz crystals scattered around, as well as a base of calcite that turns orange under ultraviolet light! Size: 1. 6 x 1. 0 x 0. 7 in. Weight: 0. 8 oz Dioptase is a fragile, copper based mineral that has been used for almost 9000 years. It got its name from the greek words "dia",