Tsumeb Dioptase 47mm — Substantial Specimen, Namibia large dzi bead and wipe it with a

and wipe it with a soft

calcite is a much softer carbonate mineral while citrine is a silicate quartz

labradorite for transformation

known in Chinese tradition as Longgui and in Japan tied to Genbu

and cosmic balance

Tsumeb Dioptase 47mm — Substantial Specimen, Namibia large dzi bead and wipe it with aA Tsumeb dioptase specimen, 47mm and 33. 3g, vibrant emerald green crystals distributed across a substantial matrix, balancing crystal rich areas against exposed natural rock. Is dioptase actually safe to have around the house, given its copper content? In ordinary handling, yes, simply touching or displaying a specimen like this poses no real risk. The caution that does apply is around cutting or grinding the material, where fine copper bearing dust