{"product_id":"dioptase-on-matrix-mindouli-congo-copy","title":"Dioptase on Matrix from Congo – Kimbedi, Mindouli","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"568\" data-end=\"988\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eThis striking \u003cstrong data-start=\"582\" data-end=\"615\"\u003eDioptase on Matrix from Congo\u003c\/strong\u003e features a cavity lined with sharply formed emerald-green dioptase crystals that display excellent lustre and depth. The rich crystal coverage is beautifully complemented by contrasting iron-rich matrix, while numerous tiny rounded green spheres are scattered naturally across the crystal faces, adding texture and mineralogical interest to an already impressive specimen.\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"l233u5\" data-start=\"990\" data-end=\"1009\"\u003eSpecimen Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1011\" data-end=\"1415\" style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e✓ \u003cstrong data-start=\"1013\" data-end=\"1025\"\u003eMineral:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dioptase on Matrix\u003cbr data-start=\"1044\" data-end=\"1047\"\u003e✓ \u003cstrong data-start=\"1049\" data-end=\"1072\"\u003eAssociated Mineral:\u003c\/strong\u003e Botryoidal Malachite\u003cbr data-start=\"1093\" data-end=\"1096\"\u003e✓ \u003cstrong data-start=\"1098\" data-end=\"1111\"\u003eLocality:\u003c\/strong\u003e Kimbedi, Mindouli, Brazzaville, Congo\u003cbr data-start=\"1149\" data-end=\"1152\"\u003e✓ \u003cstrong data-start=\"1154\" data-end=\"1173\"\u003eCrystal System:\u003c\/strong\u003e Trigonal\u003cbr data-start=\"1182\" data-end=\"1185\"\u003e✓ \u003cstrong data-start=\"1187\" data-end=\"1205\"\u003eCrystal Habit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rhombohedral Crystals on Matrix\u003cbr data-start=\"1237\" data-end=\"1240\"\u003e✓ \u003cstrong data-start=\"1242\" data-end=\"1253\"\u003eColour:\u003c\/strong\u003e Emerald Green\u003cbr data-start=\"1267\" data-end=\"1270\"\u003e✓ \u003cstrong data-start=\"1272\" data-end=\"1283\"\u003eLustre:\u003c\/strong\u003e Vitreous\u003cbr data-start=\"1292\" data-end=\"1295\"\u003e✓ \u003cstrong data-start=\"1297\" data-end=\"1314\"\u003eTransparency:\u003c\/strong\u003e Transparent to Translucent\u003cbr data-start=\"1341\" data-end=\"1344\"\u003e✓ \u003cstrong data-start=\"1346\" data-end=\"1364\"\u003eSpecimen Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 57mm × 32mm × 38 mm\u003cbr data-start=\"1394\" data-end=\"1397\"\u003e✓ \u003cstrong data-start=\"1399\" data-end=\"1410\"\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 67 g\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1417\" data-end=\"2041\"\u003eKimbedi, near Mindouli in the Republic of the Congo, is one of the world's premier localities for collector-quality dioptase, producing specimens prized for their vivid colour, brilliant lustre and exceptional crystal form. This example is further enhanced by tiny \u003cstrong data-start=\"1682\" data-end=\"1706\"\u003ebotryoidal malachite\u003c\/strong\u003e spheres that formed alongside the dioptase during the oxidation of copper-rich mineral deposits. These delicate spherical growths are a classic mineral association from the locality, providing valuable evidence of the specimen's geological history while adding an attractive textural contrast to the sharp, lustrous dioptase crystals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2043\" data-end=\"2468\"\u003eThe combination of well-defined crystal faces, contrasting matrix and naturally associated botryoidal malachite creates an aesthetically balanced cabinet specimen that will appeal to both serious mineral collectors and enthusiasts of classic African copper minerals. With its renowned Congo provenance and distinctive mineral associations, this is an excellent example from one of the world's most famous dioptase localities.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ForeverGems_SA","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46368759414980,"sku":"S393","price":1500.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0273\/1599\/4699\/files\/S393Dioptase_1.webp?v=1783522286","url":"https:\/\/www.forevergems.co.za\/products\/dioptase-on-matrix-mindouli-congo-copy","provider":"ForeverGems_SA","version":"1.0","type":"link"}