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Diopside

Unknown Owner
Beautiful glassy mostly gem green thick crystal of diopside. This is in very good condition all around. The crystal is fluorescent under longwave ultraviolet light.

Product details

Species
DiopsideAbout Diopside →
SizeMiniature
Dimensions3.5 x 3.0 x 2.0 cm
Added on03/03/2025
Locality
Tanzania, Manyara Region, Merelani HillsRegional guide →

Known provenance

DateCollectorAcquisition price
07/2025Unknown Owner$915.00
—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.