Diopside

`dahy-op-sahyd`

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General Gemstone Details

Gemstone quality diopside is found in two forms: the black star diopside and the chrome diopside (which includes chromium, giving it a rich green colour). At 5.5–6.5 on the Mohs scale, chrome diopside is relatively soft to scratch. The Mohs scale of hardness does not measure tensile strength or resistance to fracture.

Diopside is said to derive it's name from the Greek dis, "twice", and òpsè, "face" in reference to the two ways of orienting the vertical prism and idosmeaning "shape".

Dopiopside has been known as a gemstone since antiquity. Usually bottle green, brownish green or light green, it may also be colorless, white brown, black or violet depending on the iron deposits. The very bright green crystals are colored with chromium, while the violets ones are colored with manganese. The violet blue crystals are also called violane.

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Scientific Properties:
Mohs Hardness of 5.5-6.6 with a monoclinic crystal structure.

Diopside is found in ultramafic (kimberlite and peridotite) igneous rocks, and diopside-rich augite is common in mafic rocks, such as olivine basalt and andesite.

Diopside is also found in a variety of metamorphic rocks, such as in contact metamorphosed skarns developed from high silica dolomites. It is an important mineral in the Earth's mantle and is common in peridotite xenoliths erupted in kimberlite and alkali basalt.

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Mystical Properties:
Psychologically, diaopside has been told to encourage a positive attitude to life an densure a well balanced temperament overall. It can help is wearer solve problems that have burdened them for years.

It is associated with the inner nature of people and hidden mysteries of the universe. It will release deep seeded feeling that have been suppressed and cause headaches, raised blood pressure and other obsessive behaviors. It is sexcellent for helping ht elderly to cope with physical and mental disabilities and with degenerative conditions.

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More Healing Information

Healing Properties:
Diopside is said to reduce fevers and body aches in general. But there are several different types of Diopside. Black, green and blue varieties as well as star diopside.

Green is particulary recommended for kidney and bladder problems. The other stones are benefiical in the treatment of deficiencies and clotting of the blood.

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Magical Properties:
Energy: Not Noted
Element: Air
Powers: Not Noted

Diopside aids in making connections with spiritual teachers and guides. It is a good stone to carry or wear during the Jupiter retrogrades. It's gentle vibrations and ergergies help to mitigate the most negative effects taht the retrograde may cause in your personal life.

The star and cat's eye diopside are very useful for scrying.

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Zodiac:
Associations: Jupiter and Mercury

Not a Birthstone for any noted month.

Stone of Gemini

To dream of diopside is said symbolized a need to rethink plans and goals.

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More Chakra Info

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Chakra Classification:
Diopside is most effective when used with the 4th, or Heart Chakra. as well as the 5th, or Throat Chakra.

Information Sources:
The Crystal Bible by Judy Hall, 2003
Wheels of Life by Anodea Judith, PhD, 2000
Crystal Enchantments by D.J. Conway, 1999
Smithsonian Handbooks Gemstones by Cally Hall, 1994
Crystal, Gem and Metal Magic by Scott Cunningham, 2002
Chakra Healing & Karmic Awareness by Keith Sherwood, 2005
The Illustrated Directory of Crystal Healing by Cassandra Eason, 2003
Healing Crystals and Gemstones by Dr. Flora Peschek-Bohmer, Gisela Schrieber, 2002

The information here is presented to you to use as you see fit, but is not to take the place of professional medical advice. Crystals, Gemstones and Metal can accent, help, negate, protect, encourage, strengthen, and balance and thereby promote healing. Their effects can be extraordinary, but use in addition to medical advice, and not as a substitute for proper care. If you are ill, we beseech you to seek professional medical attention from a qualified physician.