Dioptase in small vug, great color, DRC, 47mm

Description

Lustrous Emerald-Green Dioptase Crystal Cluster – 47mm

Locality: Republic of the Congo (DRC)

Size: 47 mm x 38 mm x 22 mm

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The Specimen

This exquisite 47mm specimen features a dense vug of intense, “electric” emerald-green dioptase crystals nestled within a contrasting light-colored matrix. Unlike the more common Namibian finds, dioptase from the DRC is celebrated for its deep, saturated neon-green hues and sharp, rhombohedral crystal formations. The crystals on this piece exhibit a brilliant vitreous luster that catches the light from every angle, creating a shimmering “velvet” effect across the primary cavity.

Collector’s Note

Dioptase is one of the rarest copper silicate minerals, prized by serious collectors for its incomparable color—often described as being “greener than emerald.” A 47mm cabinet specimen of this saturation and crystal density is a standout addition to any high-end mineral collection or a focal piece for a display shelf.

Quick Facts for Your Listing:

• Chemistry: $CuSiO_{2}(OH)_{2}$ (Copper Silicate)

• Hardness: 5 on the Mohs scale

• Authenticity: 100% natural, unheated, and untreated.

• Shipping: Securely double-boxed to protect the delicate crystal terminations.