2.7" Emerald Peridot Crystals, Chrome Diopside And Spinel On Volcanic Rock Gila, AZ
Location: Gila, Arizona
Weight: 4.9 Ounces
Dimensions: 2.7 Inches Long, 2.2 Inches Wide, 1.5 Inches Thick
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Peridot is a distinguished gemstone from the olivine family, celebrated for its striking transparency and rich green hue. Unlike most gemstones, it is found exclusively in shades of green, with color intensity influenced by its iron content. Revered for millennia, peridot’s allure lies in its exceptional beauty and rarity. With a Mohs hardness between 6.5 and 7, it lends itself well to fine jewelry pieces such as rings, earrings, necklaces, and bracelets. Due to its sensitivity to heat and chemicals, peridot requires thoughtful care to preserve its brilliance.
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 a vibrant green gemstone primarily sourced from mines in Siberia, Russia, where it was first discovered in the 1980s. Known for its deep, rich color, this gemstone has gained popularity as an affordable alternative to other green gems like emeralds. Chrome diopside is often faceted to enhance its brilliance and is commonly used in rings, earrings, necklaces, and bracelets, making it a favorite among jewelry enthusiasts and collectors.
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.
