Chrome Diopside Cushion Cut Solitaire Ring Size 7

Chrome Diopside Cushion Cut Solitaire Ring Size 7 Mineral: Diopside var. Chrome Origin: Inagli Massif, Aldan Shield, Sakha Republic, Siberia, Russia. Color: Dark Green Treatment: None Material: Sterling Silver (925) Size: 7 Approximate Top Dimensions: 0.6cm x 0.4cm x 0.4cm Approximate Band Dimensions: 0.1cm to 0.3cm Weight: 1g   10% of this purchase will be donated to GreenPeace East Asia   Diopside is found in many areas around the world and in different colors, however, gem quality chrome diopside is mined in the mountains of Siberia, Russia near diamond bearing kimberlite pipes. In 1988, this “new” green gem from Russia started to be seen in the jewelry industry and is sometimes referred to as “Russian Emerald” in the trade. The resemblance of its color to tsavorite garnet, chrome tourmaline, and emerald made it a standout, and the more affordable price made it popular. Chrome diopside is typically seen in small sizes (under 3 carats) because in larger sizes the color tends to becom