1.78 ct. New York Diopside - The Gem Trader Rare Gems

1.78 ct. New York Diopside


  • Color: Light Bluish-Green

  • Clarity: Eye Clean

  • Origin: De Kalb, New York

  • Cut: Cushion

  • Treatments: None

  • Measurements: 7.3 x 6 mm

An unusual color variety from, of all places, New York state. As with so many collectible localities, we used to see these with some frequency, but can’t actually recall the last time we offered one now. Always scarce, dare we say these qualify as rare now. A pleasing cushion and always an interesting collector’s piece.

$120 / carat - $213 total