2.3" Emerald Peridot Crystals, Chrome Diopside And Spinel On Volcanic Rock Gila, AZ
Location: Gila, Arizona
Weight: 5 Ounces
Dimensions: 2.3 Inches Long, 2 Inches Wide, 1.6 Inches Thick
The item pictured is the one you will receive.
Peridot, a member of the olivine mineral family, is a transparent green gemstone characterized by its vivid coloration and clarity. Uniquely, it appears exclusively in green hues, with variations in shade reflecting differing iron levels in the crystal. Esteemed for millennia, peridot has adorned jewelry due to its distinct beauty and uncommon presence. With a Mohs hardness between 6.5 and 7, it is durable enough for rings, earrings, necklaces, and bracelets, though it requires careful handling to avoid damage from heat or 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, originally found in Siberian mines during the 1980s, has become increasingly sought after for its deep green color and cost-effectiveness relative to emeralds. Typically cut to amplify its brilliance, this gemstone is commonly fashioned into rings, earrings, necklaces, and bracelets, making it a preferred choice for a variety of jewelry pieces.
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.
