Collection: Diopside

Diopside – A striking pyroxene mineral, diopside is prized for its vibrant green color, ranging from light grass green to deep forest green. Crystals are typically prismatic and well-formed, often transparent to translucent, with a vitreous luster that makes them sparkle in the light. Diopside can occur as single crystals or in clusters, sometimes with attractive associations with other minerals such as garnet or calcite. Found in metamorphic and igneous rocks, diopside is valued both for its aesthetic appeal and its crystal clarity.

Highlights:

• Form: Prismatic crystals; single or clustered
• Color: Light to deep green
• Luster: Vitreous
• Transparency: Transparent to translucent
• Origin: Metamorphic and igneous rocks