2.5" Emerald Peridot Crystals, Chrome Diopside And Spinel On Volcanic Rock Gila, AZ
Location: Gila, Arizona
Weight: 4.8 Ounces
Dimensions: 2.5 Inches Long, 2.2 Inches Wide, 1.6 Inches Thick
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Peridot is a transparent green gemstone from the olivine mineral family, renowned for its distinct and vibrant green hue. Unlike many gemstones, it appears exclusively in shades of green, with variations in color intensity influenced by the iron content. Valued for millennia, peridot has been a preferred choice in fine jewelry due to its unique color and relative rarity. With a Mohs hardness between 6.5 and 7, it is suitable for rings, earrings, necklaces, and bracelets. However, peridot requires careful handling, as it is sensitive to heat and chemical exposure.
Chrome diopside, also known as Russian diopside, is a rare form of the mineral diopside that is valued 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 like diamonds, making it more prone to scratches and damage.
Chrome diopside is primarily sourced from mines in Siberia, Russia, where it was first discovered in the 1980s. The gemstone has gained popularity in recent years due to its rich color and affordability compared to other green gemstones like emeralds. Chrome diopside is often faceted to enhance its brilliance and is used in various types of jewelry such as rings, earrings, necklaces, and bracelets.
Spinel is a mineral within the spinel group, characterized by a shared crystal structure. It consists of magnesium aluminum oxide and is typically found in metamorphic rocks. Spinel is distinguished by its wide range of vivid colors, including red, pink, blue, purple, orange, yellow, green, brown, black, and colorless. The red spinel closely resembles ruby and is often mistaken for it. Valued for centuries, spinel has long been esteemed as a gemstone for its striking appearance and lasting durability.
