Diopside Mineral Collection - Height: 83 mm - Width: 48 mm- 208 g - (1)

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Diopside specimen in a white marble matrix from Badakhshan, Afghanistan, weighing 208 g with dimensions 83 × 48 × 27 mm, presented as a mineral collection specimen and self‑standing for display.

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Natural Green Diopside on White Marble Matrix

A striking natural green Diopside specimen from the Badakhshan mines of Afghanistan, beautifully formed on a contrasting white marble matrix. The specimen weighs 203 grams and measures approximately 83 × 48 × 27 mm.

The white marble matrix is richly covered with natural green Diopside crystals on all sides, creating an attractive three-dimensional appearance. The upper portion is especially impressive, with Diopside crystals covering the specimen from multiple directions and forming a natural, sculptural structure.

The contrast between the vivid green Diopside and white marble matrix gives this specimen excellent visual appeal. Its natural crystal arrangement and coverage make it particularly interesting for mineral collectors. The specimen is also self-standing, making it suitable for display without additional support.

Specifications:

Mineral: Diopside
Color: Natural green
Matrix: White marble
Origin: Badakhshan, Afghanistan
Weight: 203 grams
Dimensions: 83 × 48 × 27 mm
Formation: Natural
Display: Self-standing

A beautiful and distinctive collector's specimen, especially appealing for its natural green Diopside coverage, contrasting white marble matrix, and attractive three-dimensional formation.

Natural Green Diopside on White Marble Matrix

A striking natural green Diopside specimen from the Badakhshan mines of Afghanistan, beautifully formed on a contrasting white marble matrix. The specimen weighs 203 grams and measures approximately 83 × 48 × 27 mm.

The white marble matrix is richly covered with natural green Diopside crystals on all sides, creating an attractive three-dimensional appearance. The upper portion is especially impressive, with Diopside crystals covering the specimen from multiple directions and forming a natural, sculptural structure.

The contrast between the vivid green Diopside and white marble matrix gives this specimen excellent visual appeal. Its natural crystal arrangement and coverage make it particularly interesting for mineral collectors. The specimen is also self-standing, making it suitable for display without additional support.

Specifications:

Mineral: Diopside
Color: Natural green
Matrix: White marble
Origin: Badakhshan, Afghanistan
Weight: 203 grams
Dimensions: 83 × 48 × 27 mm
Formation: Natural
Display: Self-standing

A beautiful and distinctive collector's specimen, especially appealing for its natural green Diopside coverage, contrasting white marble matrix, and attractive three-dimensional formation.

Details

Number of objects
1
Main mineral
Diopside
Mineral form
Mineral Collection
Weight
208 g
Origin (region/city)
badakhshan
Country of origin
Afghanistan
Height
83 mm
Width
48 mm
Depth
27 mm
BelgiumVerified
14
Objects sold
Private

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