DIOPTASE WITH CALCITE. ...

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DIOPTASE WITH CALCITE
Altyn-Tyube deposit, Kirghiz Steppes (Asiatic Steppes), Qaraghandy Oblysy (Karaganda Oblast'), Kazakhstan
The rich, deep, blue-green coloration of the Dioptase crystals indicates that this specimen is from the type locality for the species: Altyn-Tyube in Kazakhstan. The colorless Calcite crystal is 1 5/8 inches in length and provides an excellent color contrast to the rich green of the Dioptase. There is a small amount of damage to the edges of the specimen, but it is in otherwise fine condition. Ex Dr. Marvin Rausch collection #241 - he purchased it from Anthony Chavez in 1994. Overall measurements are 7 x 3 3/4 x 1 3/4 inches.

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