Dioptase, Chrysocolla, and Malachite - D.R. Congo Even though it is small

Even though it is small in size

it is related to the soapberry family

Recently discovered in the 1990s

and quartz

Dioptase, Chrysocolla, and Malachite - D.R. Congo Even though it is smallThis is a combination of minerals that can not be passed up! Here we have a perfect example of dioptase crystals coated in a thin growth layer of chrysocolla and malachite. Those who collect primarily copper based minerals may not even have specimens like this n their collection. This is a unique piece that will take your collection to the next level. Size: 1. 88 x 1. 56 x 0. 68 in. Weight: 0. 55 oz Dioptase is a fragile, copper based mineral that has