3.2" Emerald Peridot Crystals, Chrome Diopside And Spinel On Volcanic Rock Gila, AZ

Location: Gila, Arizona 

Weight: 7 Ounces

Dimensions: 3.2 Inches Long, 2 Inches Wide, 1.5 Inches Thick 

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Peridot is a stunning green gemstone from the olivine mineral group, celebrated for its vibrant color and exceptional clarity. Unique among gemstones, peridot naturally occurs in only one color—green—with shades ranging from light lime to deep olive, depending on its iron content. Treasured for thousands of years, it has been widely used in jewelry and valued for its beauty, rarity, and timeless appeal.

With a hardness of 6.5–7 on the Mohs scale, peridot is suitable for rings, earrings, necklaces, and bracelets. While durable enough for everyday wear, it is sensitive to heat and chemicals, so careful handling is recommended to preserve its radiant green hue and clarity.

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 originates chiefly from Siberian mines in Russia, where it was initially identified during the 1980s. This mineral has become increasingly sought after because of its deep green hue and economic value relative to other green gems like emeralds. Often cut to intensify its luster, chrome diopside is incorporated into diverse jewelry forms, including rings, earrings, necklaces, and bracelets, showcasing its versatile appeal in ornamental uses.

Spinel is a striking mineral belonging to the spinel group, which shares a common crystal structure. Composed of magnesium aluminum oxide, it is commonly found in metamorphic rocks. Spinel is renowned for its wide array of vibrant colors, including red, pink, blue, purple, orange, yellow, green, brown, black, and colorless varieties. The red spinel, in particular, is often mistaken for ruby due to its similar appearance. Prized for centuries, spinel is valued for its exceptional beauty, brilliance, and remarkable durability, making it a popular choice in fine jewelry.