Dioptase, Plancheite, Shattucite over Calcite, Mfouati, Republic of the Congo

Product Code: dio38

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Price: $449.99
Dioptase, Plancheite, Shattucite over Calcite
Mfouati, Pool Department, Republic of the Congo
8.3 cm x 4.3 cm x 3.4 cm
 
Here is a very unique multi mineral specimen from this region.
This specimen consists of a cluster of Calcite crystals, some with "dogtooth" terminations on the back side. The calcite is all highly fluorescent.
Over the calcite, formed layers of Plancheite and Shattucite, very distinct color zoning.
On top of these minerals formed many Dioptase crystals.
The dioptase has that beautiful emerald green color with high luster faces.
Other than the outer edges of the specimen, there is only one visible crystal that appears to be contacted.
Overall a very colorful and interesting specimen.