Here is a very nice diopside from the Mogok stone tract in Burma. It has a deep green color with a tinge of yellow and is a mixed cut stone with its girdle outline slightly out of shape. Even so, this is a great stone and fine example of diopside from Burma.
Gemstone: Diopside
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Physical description: Diopside typically produces a dullish green but other colors can sometimes be detected such as in the manganese-rich variety that ranges from violet to light blue. Its form is crystalline and can be found as a black star diopside and chrome diopside.
Symbolic description: Diopside is a stone for creativity and logic. It sharpens the mind of the wearer and is also helpful for people who have gone through traumatic experiences.
Origin:Diopside can be found in Canada, South Africa, Russia, Brazil, as well as many other places around the world.
Purpose: Diopsideis commonly used for ceramics, as well as other purposes involved in the field of biomaterials.As jewelry it suits many seasons and occasions due to its rich hues.