CHROME DIOPSIDE

Just like the rich green foliage in the garden comes chrome diopside, a symbol of a fresh start on life and positive energy. Russian diopside is another name for chrome diopside. This beautiful gemstone is known for its rich green color, vitreous luster and high clarity, which is rarely found in other green gems.

Derived from the Greek word 'di' meaning two, and 'opsis', meaning vision, Russian diopside is a chromium-laden form of diopside. Discovered in 1988, this attractive beauty has grown in popularity since then due to its striking resemblance to emerald and tsavorite garnet.
Despite its unmatchable beauty, chrome diopside is quite affordable which makes it an easy jewelry piece to own!

Chrome diopside boasts a mesmerizing deep-green color due to the trace elements of chromium. It occurs in breathtaking shades of greens ranging from medium dark vivid-green to bluish-green and yellowish- green that encapsulate the natural charm of its source country.
The value of this attractive dark green gemstone stone depends mostly on the color saturation. Gemstones with vivid and brilliant green color are considered the most valuable and command a higher price in today’s market.

CARING FOR CHROME DIOPSIDE

Chrome diopside has a hardness of 5.5 to 6 on the Mohs scale with a brittle tenacity and good cleavage. Therefore, Russian diopside gem and jewelry should be worn with some caution.  Wash your chrome diopside pieces in a solution of mild dish soap and lukewarm water using a soft cloth or brush to remove dust, fingerprints and other grime. Avoid the use of harsh household chemicals and prolonged exposure to extreme heat when cleaning chrome diopside gemstones. Ultrasonic and steam cleaners are not recommended for this gem. The best practice is to remove gemstone jewelry before undertaking any chore.
Store these attractive green-colored gems in soft pouches or fabric-lined jewelry box to prevent damage or scratches.