{"product_id":"dioptase-and-malachite","title":"Dioptase and Malachite on Matrix – Mindouli, Congo","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"366\" data-end=\"745\"\u003eAn exceptional collector specimen showcasing sharp, glassy emerald-green Dioptase crystals surrounding a sculptural growth of velvety Malachite. The striking contrast between the highly lustrous Dioptase and the silky Malachite creates a dramatic natural composition, while the rich iron-stained matrix provides an attractive backdrop that highlights the vibrant copper minerals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"iuib5j\" data-start=\"747\" data-end=\"767\"\u003eThe Details You Need\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"769\" data-end=\"1276\" style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e✓ \u003cstrong data-start=\"771\" data-end=\"783\"\u003eMineral:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dioptase\u003cbr data-start=\"792\" data-end=\"795\"\u003e✓ \u003cstrong data-start=\"797\" data-end=\"821\"\u003eAssociated Minerals:\u003c\/strong\u003e Malachite, Matrix\u003cbr data-start=\"839\" data-end=\"842\"\u003e✓ \u003cstrong data-start=\"844\" data-end=\"857\"\u003eLocality:\u003c\/strong\u003e Kimbedi, Mindouli, Brazzaville, Republic of the Congo\u003cbr data-start=\"911\" data-end=\"914\"\u003e✓ \u003cstrong data-start=\"916\" data-end=\"935\"\u003eCrystal System:\u003c\/strong\u003e Trigonal\u003cbr data-start=\"944\" data-end=\"947\"\u003e✓ \u003cstrong data-start=\"949\" data-end=\"960\"\u003eColour:\u003c\/strong\u003e Emerald Green with Deep Green Malachite\u003cbr data-start=\"1000\" data-end=\"1003\"\u003e✓ \u003cstrong data-start=\"1005\" data-end=\"1016\"\u003eLustre:\u003c\/strong\u003e Vitreous (Dioptase), Silky to Velvety (Malachite)\u003cbr data-start=\"1066\" data-end=\"1069\"\u003e✓ \u003cstrong data-start=\"1071\" data-end=\"1088\"\u003eTransparency:\u003c\/strong\u003e Transparent to Translucent\u003cbr data-start=\"1115\" data-end=\"1118\"\u003e✓ \u003cstrong data-start=\"1120\" data-end=\"1138\"\u003eCrystal Habit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Well-formed Prismatic Crystals with Botryoidal Malachite\u003cbr data-start=\"1195\" data-end=\"1198\"\u003e✓ \u003cstrong data-start=\"1200\" data-end=\"1218\"\u003eSpecimen Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 75 mm × 47 mm × 27 mm\u003cbr data-start=\"1254\" data-end=\"1257\"\u003e✓ \u003cstrong data-start=\"1259\" data-end=\"1270\"\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 109 g\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1278\" data-end=\"1629\"\u003eThe Mindouli mining district in the Republic of the Congo is celebrated among mineral collectors for producing some of the world's finest Dioptase specimens. Its intensely coloured crystals, exceptional brilliance and classic copper mineral associations have secured the locality's reputation as one of the premier sources for museum-quality Dioptase.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1631\" data-end=\"2080\"\u003eThis specimen displays numerous sharply formed Dioptase crystals with excellent transparency and vitreous lustre arranged around an unusual central formation of velvety Malachite. The contrasting crystal habits create outstanding visual interest, while the natural matrix preserves the specimen's geological character. The balance of colour, texture and crystal quality gives this piece excellent cabinet display appeal from multiple viewing angles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2082\" data-end=\"2375\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eWith its classic Congo provenance, vivid crystal colour and distinctive combination of sparkling Dioptase and sculptural Malachite, this is a highly desirable cabinet specimen that will appeal to collectors of fine copper minerals, African mineral localities and world-class Dioptase displays.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ForeverGems_SA","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46368651968708,"sku":"S391","price":2500.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0273\/1599\/4699\/files\/S391Dioptase_1.webp?v=1783519537","url":"https:\/\/www.forevergems.co.za\/products\/dioptase-and-malachite","provider":"ForeverGems_SA","version":"1.0","type":"link"}