DIOPTASE WITH PLANCHEITE. ...

Description

DIOPTASE WITH PLANCHEITE
Brazzaville (Renéville; Djoué), Brazzaville Region (Renéville Region), Republic of Congo (Brazzaville)
A natural 'vug' of classic Congo Dioptase dotted with Plancheite, this 'Reneville' specimen probably dates back to the 1960's. The deep green Dioptase crystals have exceptional vitreous luster and the specimen is in excellent condition. Ex Jack Halpern collection #2516, it has a custom base and measures 3 1/2 x 4 x 3 1/2 inches, with crystals to approximately 3/4 inch.

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