2.2" Emerald Peridot Crystals, Chrome Diopside And Spinel On Volcanic Rock Gila, AZ
Location: Gila, Arizona
Weight: 4.9 Ounces
Dimensions: 2.2 Inches Long, 1.7 Inches Wide, 1.6 Inches Thick
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Peridot is a gemstone from the olivine mineral group, recognized for its transparent green appearance and striking clarity. Unlike many gemstones, peridot is found exclusively in green, with its color intensity and shade influenced by the amount of iron present in the stone. This gemstone has been valued in jewelry for thousands of years due to its unique beauty and rarity. With a hardness rating of 6.5 to 7 on the Mohs scale, peridot is suitable for rings, earrings, necklaces, and bracelets. However, it requires careful handling because it can be sensitive to heat and chemicals.
Chrome diopside, also known as Russian diopside, is a rare form of the mineral diopside prized for its deep green color. It is a type of pyroxene mineral and is typically found in igneous rocks such as kimberlites and basalts. Chrome diopside gets its vivid green color from the presence of chromium within its crystal structure. The gemstone is relatively soft compared to other popular gemstones, such as diamonds, making it more prone to scratches and damage.
Chrome diopside is mainly mined in Siberia, Russia, where it was initially found in the 1980s. In recent years, this gemstone has become increasingly popular for its deep green color and more accessible price compared to other green gemstones like emeralds. Often cut into facets to maximize its sparkle, chrome diopside is commonly incorporated into a range of jewelry pieces, including rings, earrings, necklaces, and bracelets.
Spinel is a mineral that belongs to the spinel group, which consists of minerals with the same crystal structure. It is composed of magnesium aluminum oxide and is commonly found in metamorphic rocks. Spinel is known for its vibrant colors, including red, pink, blue, purple, orange, yellow, green, brown, black, and colorless varieties. The red variety of spinel is often mistaken for ruby due to its similar appearance. Spinel has been used as a gemstone for centuries and has been prized for its beauty and durability.
