Chromediopside
Weight 130 gr
Specimen of chromedisopside from Finland mounted on a clear acrylic support.
| CHARACTERISTICS | |
| Weight | 130 gr |
| Size | 70x55x25 mm |
| Reference | 250716305 |
| Mineral | mineral Chromium diopside |
| Category | Decoration stones |
| Group | Rough stones |
| Country |
 Finland
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| Formula (Ca,Cr)MgSi2O6] CHROMIUM DIOPSIDE | |||
| Si | Silicon | Metalloids | 25% |
| O | Oxygen | Other no metal | 25% |
| Mg | Magnesium | Alkaline earth metal | 20% |
| Ca | Calcium | Alkaline earth metal | 20% |
| Al | Aluminum | Poor metal | 4% |
| Fe | Iron | Transition metal | 3% |
| Cr | Chromium | Transition metal | 3% |
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Chromediopside is a pyroxene mineral widely recognized for its vibrant green hue, attributed to the presence of chromium in its chemical composition. Chromediopside crystallizes in the monoclinic system, often forming elongated prismatic crystals. This mineral is found in ultramafic rock deposits, particularly kimberlites, which are also known to contain diamonds.
Chromediopside is relatively scratch-resistant, but less hard than minerals like quartz. Chromediopside's intense green color, often compared to that of emerald, is particularly prized, but its limited commercial availability makes it an exclusive choice for collectors and jewelers.
Chromediopside is primarily mined in Russia, particularly Siberia, where geological conditions favor the formation of this mineral. Other notable deposits are found in Pakistan, Afghanistan, and Finland. Due to its relative rarity and exceptional beauty, chromediopside is often used as a more affordable alternative to other green gemstones such as emerald.
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