Name DIOPSIDE
Variety CHROME DIOPSIDE
Origin Merelani (Arusa) Tanzania
Hardness 5,5 - 6
Composition CaMg(Si2O6)
Crystaline sys. MONOCLINIC
Size   5x3,1x1,4 cm
Weight 30,5 gr




Description:
From Merelani come, since years, magnificent specimens of such important minerals as tanzanite, tsavorite, garnet and these beautiful crystals of chrome diopside. Although little known by the general public, chrome diopside is one of the most beautiful gems.


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DIOPSIDE



VARIETY CHROME DIOPSIDE