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Diopside var. Chrome Diopside from Chamachu, Skardu District, Haramosh Mountains, Gilgit-Baltistan, Pakistan

 
Diopside var. Chrome Diopside from Chamachu, Skardu District, Haramosh Mountains, Gilgit-Baltistan, Pakistan

Diopside var. Chrome Diopside from Chamachu, Skardu District, Haramosh Mountains, Gilgit-Baltistan, Pakistan

Diopside var. Chrome Diopside from Chamachu, Skardu District, Haramosh Mountains, Gilgit-Baltistan, Pakistan

DESCRIPTION:No. 79104
Mineral:Diopside var. Chrome Diopside
Locality:Chamachu, Skardu District, Haramosh Mountains, Gilgit-Baltistan, Pakistan
Description:Lustrous transparent green diopside crystal with no matrix attached. The diopside crystal is doubly terminated, with excellent clarity. The green color of the diopside is caused by high chromium content, and these are commonly sold as Chrome Diopside. Weight: 0.6 grams
Overall Size:12x6x3.5 mm
Crystals:12 mm
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