CHROME DIOPSIDE GEMSTONES

Description

Chrome diopside ( (Ca,Na,Mg,Fe,Cr) 2(Si,Al) 2O 6) is a common constituent of peridotite xenoliths, and dispersed grains are found near kimberlite pipes, and as such are a prospecting indicator for diamonds. Occurrences are reported in Canada, South Africa, Russia, Brazil, and a wide variety of other locations.

Chrome diopside is not a traditional birthstone, but it is associated with the zodiac sign of Pisces as well as Gemini and Virgo. Diopside is a monoclinic pyroxene mineral that occurs naturally in a variety of colors such as green, yellow and brown.