Russian Diopside | Oval Cut | Green | 6x4mm | SO24 Sphene Frequently found with lustrous bladed

Frequently found with lustrous bladed crystals

One village elder said that as a child

This specimen would be a great addition to any new or existing collection

Clarity:  Top crystal

Russian Diopside | Oval Cut | Green | 6x4mm | SO24 Sphene Frequently found with lustrous bladedProduct Type: Russian Diopside Approx Weight (per piece): 0. 5ct Size: 6x4mm Shape: Oval Cut Color: Green Clarity: VSI (Very Slightly Included) Origin: Russia Treatment: None Russian diopside refers to a variety of the mineral diopside that is known for its vivid green color and is primarily sourced from mines in Russia. The green color is due to the presence of chromium and, in some cases, vanadium. Diopside has a hardness of 5. 5 to 6 on the Mohs