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0.4 Carat Diopside Oval (6×4mm, Green)

Color:
green
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0.4ct Diopside displayed at actual size of 6×4mm, (Oval cut, Green
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Skin tone:
Ring width: 3.0 mm
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Green 0.4ct Diopside (oval cut) shown in real-world size of 6×4mm on a ring and finger
64 mm
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Ring
 Gold
Skin tone
 Light
Ring diameter
 16.9 mm
Ring width
 3.0 mm
Finger length
 64 mm
Finger coverage
 24 %
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Ring diameter: 16.9 mm
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Additional Info

Diopside is a beautiful and affordable gem with rich green color that rivals the beauty of Emerald and Tsavorite. Its name comes from Greek words dis (meaning "double") and opsis (meaning "appearance"), referring to its crystal shape.

Where to buy?
For certified gemstones, high-end gemstone jewelry, and birthstone jewelry, see Blue Nile

Gem Details

Name:
Diopside
Shape:
Oval
Chemical Formula:
(Ca,Cr)MgSi2O6
Crystal Structure:
Monoclinic
Hardness:
5-6
Specific Gravity
3.3
Carat weight:
0.4 ct
Gram weight:
0.08 g (0.0028 ounces)
Points:
40 pts
Length:
6 mm
Width:
4 mm
Est. face-up size:
19.68 mm²
Volume:
24.24 mm³
Length-to-width ratio:
1.5
Refractive Index:
1.668 - 1.703
Luster:
Vitreous
Wearability:
Moderate
Care Instructions:
Relatively soft and prone to scratching
Color:
Diopside can be found in the following colors:
Color Dark BrownColor Light Yellowish GreenColor Yellowish GreenColor Dark Yellowish GreenColor Light Green Color GreenColor Dark GreenColor Black
Birthstone:
Diopside is a birthstone for the month of March

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