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3" Emerald-Green Dioptase Crystals On Quartz - Congo
This is a 3" wide cluster of vibrant, emerald-green dioptase crystals perched on quartz from the Congo. The piece displays sharply terminated, glassy crystals with excellent translucency and the rich, saturated green hue that has made Congolese dioptase one of the most sought-after copper silicate minerals in the world.
About Dioptase
Dioptase is a showstopper in the mineral world—an electrifying copper silicate known for its mesmerizing, emerald-green color that seems to glow from within. Its vivid hues rival even the finest emeralds, but it’s the crystal clarity and intense brilliance that make collectors’ hearts race. Found in arid, copper-rich environments like the deserts of Namibia and Kazakhstan, dioptase forms stunning prismatic crystals that sparkle like tiny green beacons against contrasting matrix rock. While too soft for most jewelry, it’s a favorite among mineral collectors and museums for its sheer visual impact. Dioptase isn’t just a mineral—it’s nature’s answer to green fire in crystal form.
Dioptase is a showstopper in the mineral world—an electrifying copper silicate known for its mesmerizing, emerald-green color that seems to glow from within. Its vivid hues rival even the finest emeralds, but it’s the crystal clarity and intense brilliance that make collectors’ hearts race. Found in arid, copper-rich environments like the deserts of Namibia and Kazakhstan, dioptase forms stunning prismatic crystals that sparkle like tiny green beacons against contrasting matrix rock. While too soft for most jewelry, it’s a favorite among mineral collectors and museums for its sheer visual impact. Dioptase isn’t just a mineral—it’s nature’s answer to green fire in crystal form.
$225
SPECIES
Dioptase & Quartz
LOCATION
Republic of the Congo (Brazzaville)
SIZE
3 x 2.3 x 1.7"
CATEGORY
ITEM
#343365
