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Diopside

Unknown Owner
A cluster of glassy mostly gemmy attractive green diopside crystals with minor graphite. In great condition all around, this is excellent for the species. This is fluorescent under both shortwave and longwave ultraviolet light.

Product details

Species
DiopsideAbout Diopside →
SizeMiniature
Dimensions3.5 x 3.1 x 2.0 cm
Added on12/12/2024
Locality
Tanzania, Manyara Region, Merelani HillsRegional guide →

Known provenance

DateCollectorAcquisition price
05/2026Unknown Owner$360.00
—Weinrich MineralsNot disclosed

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Diopside
Mineral guide
Learn about Diopside
classic clinopyroxene with prism crystals in chrome-green to violane violet, varied habits and marble localities prized by collectors.
Diopside
Regional guide
Diopside from Merelani Hills, Tanzania
Merelani Hills, Tanzania: Diopside prized for lime-green crystals, glassy clarity, and specimen contrast with graphite; a standout locality for collectors.