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Dioptase, Omaue Mine, Kaokoveld, Namibia, Page - 1 |
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These exceptionally rich green dioptase specimens were discovered only a week before the recent Munich
show. During the chaos of this huge event, I managed to secure this hidden batch from under one of the
jillions of tables spread throughout four large halls. The well-known Kaokoveld locality has produced material
in recent years, but this brand new pocket is not what we are use to seeing, quite dissimilar in appearance.
All feature pleasing white calcite, and some even have stalactites which at no time I have seen from here,
incredibly rare association! Aesthetically speaking these sharp crystals, of eye popping appeal, dot the matrix
in such a way they are somewhat reminiscent of the few beauties from Tsumeb that exhibit ample contrast.
Without question this contemporary find is as good as it gets for the locale and a must have!
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S11046 - Dioptase with Calcite - $2500
Omaue Mine, Kaokoveld, Namibia
Overall Size: 5.8 x 4 cm
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Three main green dioptase crystals reach up to 1.5 cm in length at the upper section of this flat small
cabinet plate measuring 5.8 x 4 cm. Absolutely stunning and lively contrast that many simply don't
approach in real life. Spectacular for the size range, in good condition.
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S11047 - Dioptase with Calcite - $1100 SOLD
Omaue Mine, Kaokoveld, Namibia
Overall Size: 3.1 x 2 cm
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An outright shocking large thumbnail! The dioptases sit frozen in white calcite as if they were wrapped
by matrix on the backside, a kind of "jacket" effect. Several angles can be used to pinpoint that
preferred display, all of which show both crystals very well. The longest xl measures 1.6 cm.
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S11048 - Dioptase with Calcite - $6500
Omaue Mine, Kaokoveld, Namibia
Overall Size: 10.7 x 8.5 cm
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Outlandish large plate of dioptase! From one of the world famous deposits for the mineral comes these super
gemmy and glassy rich deep green crystals up to a nice 2.1 cm in length over abundant calcite matrix. Such
a specimen from Tsumeb would bring serious money, but examples, for the most part, are of a caliber we
only dream about. Considering production has stopped at the legendary mine, and this pocket is available, I
would suggest grabbing one! Only a small handful of places have produced exquisite pieces of the species.
What I particularly appreciate is its good crystal size on contrasting matrix. This champion dioptase is quite
an eyeful of beauty and great buy for the collector! No damage.
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S11053 - Dioptase with Calcite (stalactite) - $900
Omaue Mine, Kaokoveld, Namibia
Overall Size: 4.2 x 2.8 cm
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Nearly impossible to obtain dioptase with calcite stalactites and one of the few from the find. Perched
near top left, we have a strong green crystal of 1 cm wide pouring with color from surrounding matrix.
Highly unique miniature, 4.2 x 2.8 cm.
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S11054 - Dioptase with Calcite - SOLD
Omaue Mine, Kaokoveld, Namibia
Overall Size: 7.2 x 5.4 cm
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A high quality buy not to miss of lustrous intense green crystals up to 2.1 cm tall in the upper portion
of richly coated calcite matrix acting as the perfect backdrop for this small cabinet. As a combined
species we rarely see large dioptases on a solid sheet of white. Immediately recognizable as
different and therefore very collectible, photos say it all! A hands down stunner that will glow in
your case and one of the finest! In pristine condition.
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S11058 - Dioptase with Calcite (stalactite) - $1200
Omaue Mine, Kaokoveld, Namibia
Overall Size: 6 x 4.8 cm
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Wow! How many of us have seen a 3.7 cm long stalactite of calcite with emerald-green dioptase from
Kaokoveld before? This could go into the ultra rare category. Not unheard of as miners working at
Tsumeb during the mid 1970's encountered some. Are there 5-10 fine pieces in existence? I don't
know, but the total number has to be very small.
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S11059 - Dioptase with Calcite - $3800
Omaue Mine, Kaokoveld, Namibia
Overall Size: 6.2 x 4.8 cm
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Big fat juicy green dioptase measuring exactly 2.4 cm tall! Its jumbo crystal leaps out from others in the
lot on account of incredible relief from a swelling bed of calcite, a feature many advanced collectors
appreciate in matrix examples. In general specimens from worldwide localities can be found on the
internet and at shows, yet it is quite difficult to come across a near one inch crystal attached to any
rock. Another beneficial thing is the value. A great rock! 6.2 x 4.8 cm in size.
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S11060 - Dioptase with Calcite (stalactite) - $4500 SOLD
Omaue Mine, Kaokoveld, Namibia
Overall Size: 4.1 x 3.3 cm
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Exquisite miniature of dioptase with calcite stalactite. This combo could go into the ultra rare category.
Not unheard of as miners working at Tsumeb during the mid 1970's encountered some. Are there
5-10 fine pieces in existence? I don't know, but the total number has to be very small. The three well
formed rich green crystals up to 1.7 cm in length hang from both sides of a snow-white stalactitic
ridge making the piece one of the only examples. Unique character.
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S11061 - Dioptase with Calcite - $600
Omaue Mine, Kaokoveld, Namibia
Overall Size: 2.5 x 1.6 cm
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Fine thumbnail! Nicely isolated rich deep green crystal measuring 1.8 cm in maximum dimension, a
textbook dioptase. It has highly exposed faces for the locality, in fact the piece could be considered
a prime example for that reason alone. Very first-rate for size range.
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S11063 - Dioptase with Calcite - $350 SOLD
Omaue Mine, Kaokoveld, Namibia
Overall Size: 3.5 x 2.4 cm
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A gem nugget, not just semitransparent, it is one hundred percent transparent at the termination's
tip; also, wonderful pure white calcite sets off this emerald look-alike. If you have been searching
for the right one look no further.
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S11064 - Dioptase with Calcite - $275
Omaue Mine, Kaokoveld, Namibia
Overall Size: 3.5 x 2.2 cm
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Saturated glowing rich green prism of dioptase hanging from matrix. Well priced when taking into
account its razor sharp termination and crystal size of 1.4 cm tall, contacted on underside, yet it
can be turned out of sight. Super good deal.
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S11065 - Dioptase with Calcite - $3600 SOLD
Omaue Mine, Kaokoveld, Namibia
Overall Size: 7.5 x 5 cm
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A stone cold killer dioptase plate! This impressive trio exhibits a centrally located prism of the uncommon
vertical or upright position, which seems to be rare worldwide no matter the type of mineral. Such 2 cm long
crystals as shown are hard to get without paying over five figures making this small cabinet a definite buy,
collectors will always want dioptase. These sharp crystals, of eye popping appeal, dot the matrix in such a
way they are somewhat reminiscent of the few beauties from Tsumeb that exhibit ample contrast.
No damage.
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S11066 - Dioptase with Calcite - $450
Omaue Mine, Kaokoveld, Namibia
Overall Size: 5.5 x 3.5 cm
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Choice pick for a collection in this price range. Substantial calcite matrix and underlying chrysocolla
give it an iceberg-blue appearance. Largest dioptase measures 1.3 cm tall from every possible display
side. 5.5 x 3.5 cm in overall size.
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S11070 - Dioptase with Calcite - $400 SOLD
Omaue Mine, Kaokoveld, Namibia
Overall Size: 3.3 x 2.5 cm
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Tilted on one side for better photography, this large thumbnail or toenail is a stunner once mounted.
1.8 cm of mostly termination reflect light well from the shiny main face in addition to its offsetting pure
white calcite. Nearly an emerald look-alike.
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S11071 - Dioptase with Calcite - $325 SOLD
Omaue Mine, Kaokoveld, Namibia
Overall Size: 2.7 x 2 cm
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Saturated glowing rich green prism of dioptase hanging from matrix and measuring in at 1.2 cm. It
has highly exposed faces for the locality, in fact the piece could be considered a prime thumbnail
for that reason alone. A little jewel.
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