Diopside (very gemmy) ](ex Irv Brown Collection)

Item Description

A classic specimen of the now famous gem green Diopsides from the same locality where the world famous Tanzanite crystals are mined. These beautiful Diopsides show a glowing green color which ranges from a minty hue to more of a grass green shade. This particular thumbnail is very sharp and lustrous with textbook crystal form and incredible gem clarity. Very attractive for Diopside as most examples of the species are a very dark green hue and often opaque. From the worldwide thumbnail / miniature collection of Irv Brown. Valued at $650 .