Diopside from Merelani Hills, Manyara Region, Tanzania - image 1
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Diopside from Merelani Hills, Manyara Region, Tanzania

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Light green prismatic mostly gemmy and lustrous crystals of diopside on a metallic lustrous graphite matrix. In good condition.

Product details

SpeciesDiopsideGraphite
SizeThumbnail
Dimensions2.5 x 1.8 x 1.1 cm
Added on12/23/2024
LocalityTanzania, Manyara Region, Merelani Hills
Current owner
Unknown Owner
Acquired
Dec 2024
Price paid
$40.00
Previous owners
DateCollectorAcquisition price
—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.
Locality guide
Merelani Hills
A collector's guide to Merelani Hills, Tanzania: its geology, mining history and notable minerals, illustrated with the 806 specimens documented from this locality on EarthWonders.