Dioptase - Mineral Specimen geological display How Its Made: I use

How Its Made:  I use Modeling wax and a heated tool tip

The relatively isolated crystal and compact matrix indicate a smaller pocket environment rather than a large open cavity

Compared to pyrite

5cm Approximate Weight for 1 piece: 9g

Year of Release: 2025

Dioptase - Mineral Specimen geological display How Its Made: I useMined from: Renville Mine, Pool Department, Republic of the Congo Description: This dioptase specimen from the Renville Mine shows a classic botryoidal copper rich matrix coated with dense clusters of deep green crystals lining a natural cavity. The outer surface has that velvety, granular look typical of oxidized copper minerals, while the interior opens into a pocket of well formed, glassy dioptase crystals. The contrast between the rough exterior