{"product_id":"dioptase-with-quartz-crystals-kaokoveld-namibia","title":"Dioptase with Quartz Crystals - Namibia","description":"\u003ch3 data-end=\"2453\" data-start=\"2422\"\u003e🔬 \u003cem data-end=\"2453\" data-start=\"2429\"\u003eScientific Description\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis stunning specimen features well-formed dioptase crystals of rich emerald-green hue, nestled among clear to white quartz crystals on a light brown matrix.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDioptase is a hydrated copper silicate known for its brilliant transparency and intense color, while the quartz adds natural sparkle and structure. This combination exemplifies the classic paragenesis of copper-rich veins in Namibia, renowned for producing world-class mineral specimens prized by collectors and museums alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLocality: \u003c\/strong\u003eNamibia\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis specimen comes from the Kaokoveld, in Namibia’s Kunene region.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecies:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dioptase on Quartz Matrix\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTreatment:\u003c\/strong\u003e None\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions: \u003c\/strong\u003e6.8 × 4.8 × 2.6 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight: \u003c\/strong\u003e153 grams\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e🔎 \u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCollector Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWell-formed emerald-green dioptase crystals among clear to white quartz crystals on a light brown matrix. A dioptase mineral specimen from Namibia.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDioptase is about 5 on the Mohs scale and has perfect cleavage, so handle gently and avoid knocks or ultrasonic cleaning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe contrast of green dioptase and white quartz makes this a strong cabinet specimen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eIn crystal traditions dioptase is called the “Stone of the Heart”. This is a cultural note, not a health claim.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"SaltyCrystal","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53516832178548,"sku":"JT-9\/25-SC-NAM-DQz-0010-P125","price":125.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0931\/4343\/3588\/files\/JT_0010_1.png?v=1760704132","url":"https:\/\/saltycrystal.com\/products\/dioptase-with-quartz-crystals-kaokoveld-namibia","provider":"SaltyCrystal","version":"1.0","type":"link"}