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In the rugged terrain of Afghanistan, nestled amidst the mineral-rich earth, lies a remarkable find: a strikingly vivid apple-green Diopside crystal standing proudly upon a bed of Calcite. This free-standing marvel, born from the depths of the Earth's mantle, captivates with its intense hue and crystalline perfection. The Diopside, renowned for its brilliant green coloration, exudes a sense of vitality and energy, reminiscent of the lush foliage of an untouched forest. Its form, meticulously formed over millennia, reflects the harmonious balance of nature's forces. Resting atop a bed of Calcite, the crystal is set against a backdrop of soft, milky-white hues, creating a captivating contrast that enhances its visual appeal.
| Specimen Type | Diopside crystal on Calcite |
|---|---|
| Weight | 1448 grams |
| Dimensions | H: 12.5 x W: 10.7 x D: 9 cm |
| Origin | Sar-e-Sang, Koksha Valley, Badakshan Province, Afghanistan |
| Treatment | None |
Diopside Crystal is a member of the pyroxene group mineral with the formula MgCaSi2O6. Specimens can be colorless but are greater regularly bottle green, brownish green, or mild green in color. It has two wonderful prismatic cleavages at 87 and 93° common of the pyroxene series. Diopside occurs in the form of equant to prismatic crystals which are generally nearly square in section.
Crystals are less generally tabular. This mineral can also form columnar, sheet-like, granular, or big aggregates. most diopside is metamorphic and found in metamorphosed silica-rich limestones and dolomites and in iron-rich contact metamorphic rocks. It additionally takes place in peridotites, kimberlites, and other igneous rocks.
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Chakras |
Heart Chakra, Throat Chakra, Crown Chakra |
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Luster |
Vitreous, Dull |
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Zodiac |
Capricorn and Sagittarius |
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Streak |
White |
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Hardness |
5.5-6.5 |
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Color |
Light to dark green, blue, brown, colorless, snow white, grey, pale violet |
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