Dioptase Mineral Specimen | 4.8cm | DRC

A gorgeous rough Dioptase specimen from the Democratic Republic of Congo — one of the world's premier sources for this extraordinary mineral. This is a substantial, hand-filling piece with real presence: full, visible crystals sitting proud of the matrix, with that deep, saturated emerald green that Dioptase is so celebrated for. Some of the crystals catch the light with a beautiful gemminess — the kind of quality that makes collectors stop and look twice.

The matrix grounds the piece beautifully, giving it context and contrast, and the overall form is lovely to hold. It looks stunning displayed on a stand — see the photo for reference. Stands are available separately in our Accessories section.

One piece available, sold as seen.

Origin: Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC)
Size: 4.8 × 3 × 2.5cm
Weight: 55g
Crystal meaning: Compassion, forgiveness, joy, abundance
Water cleanse: Not recommended. Soft and fragile. Cleanse with moonlight, sound, or smoke instead.

Dioptase Raw Mineral Specimen | 4.6cm | DRC

A characterful old collection piece with striking electric teal Dioptase veining running dramatically through a rich multi-mineral matrix.

One piece available, sold as seen.

This 46.7g free-standing specimen (approximately 4.6x4x2.8cm) sourced from an old private mineral collection displays bold veins and patches of vivid electric teal-green Dioptase cutting across a richly coloured matrix of grey Quartz, deep rust-red iron oxide, and secondary green mineral coatings. Dioptase is a rare copper cyclosilicate mineral forming as a secondary oxidation product in the weathered zones of copper ore deposits, its extraordinary intense blue-green colour one of the most vivid of any mineral in the natural world.

Dioptase is strongly associated with the Heart Chakra, regarded as a stone of compassion, forgiveness, and living fully in the present moment.

Origin: Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC)
Crystal meaning: Compassion, forgiveness, joy, abundance
Water cleanse: Not recommended. Soft and fragile. Cleanse with moonlight, sound, or smoke instead.

Dioptase Specimen 74gr, Sold as Seen

Keywords: Emotional Healing, Self-Discovery, Transformation, Prosperity, Perspective

Dioptase was first discovered in the 18th century in the Altyn-Tube mine in Kazakhstan. Its name is derived from the Greek word diops or "double appearance" due to its notable pleochroism. Dioptase is believed to have powerful energetic properties. It is associated with the Heart Chakra and is said to assist connection to one’s self, as well as inner transformation and spiritual growth. Dioptase is also a great crystal for perception, foresight and prosperity, as well as to facilitate emotional healing.

Safe to water cleanse? No