Chrome diopside jewelry features one of nature's most saturated green gemstones. This calcium magnesium silicate mineral gets its intense color from chromium, the same element that gives emeralds their green. Most gem-quality chrome diopside comes from the Inagli deposit in Siberia, where sub-zero mining conditions limit extraction to a few months each year. With a Mohs hardness of 5.5 to 6, these stones work best in earrings, pendants, and occasional-wear rings. Browse our collection of chrome diopside set in .925 sterling silver.
| Estimated value: | $4,471.78 |
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| Weight: | 4.20g |
| 8 -adjustable | |
| L- 1/2, W - 3/4, T- 1/4 inch | |
| Item Code: | 17-lip-26-44 |
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Chrome diopside rates 5.5 to 6 on the Mohs scale, making it softer than quartz. Earrings and pendants hold up well to regular use. Reserve rings for occasions rather than constant wear to prevent scratches and chips.
Both gems owe their green color to chromium. Chrome diopside often shows fewer inclusions than emerald, though its softer composition makes it less suitable for high-impact jewelry settings.
Most gem-quality chrome diopside originates from the Inagli deposit in Siberia, Russia. Limited deposits also exist in Pakistan, Myanmar, and parts of Africa, though Siberian material remains the primary commercial source.