Dioptase - Specimen charcoal The rubies from Mozambique—particularly from

The rubies from Mozambique—particularly from the Montepuez region—have gained international acclaim for their exceptional saturation

and the straight-sided prismatic shape typical of zoisite

Spinifructus antiquus is one of the few identified fossil fig species from this epoch

Approximate Size of 1 piece: 45mm x 35mm x 3mm

Dioptase - Specimen charcoal The rubies from Mozambique—particularly fromMined from: Democratic Republic of the Congo Description: This one of a kind dioptase specimen has a dense, sculptural form with dark, tightly packed crystals covering both lobes of the piece. The crystals appear deep green to nearly black in lower light, but flashes of blue green show through along the edges and thinner areas, especially where the light catches the glassy faces. The overall structure gives it a strong cabinet presence, with dozens of