Violane Blue Diopside Bear Figurine Russia Transbaikalia

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VIOLANE BEAR

This is the carved blue violane bear figurine. Dimensions: 2.6 x 1.7 x 1.2″ (6.7 x 4.3 x 3.1cm). Weight – 4.8oz (137 grams). Origin: Russia, Transbaikalia.

Some information about violane:

Violane is a variety of the diopside mineral bluish tones. Violane color is due to admixture of manganese and iron. Contains 10% jadeite and aegirine components.

Known deposits from Italy (Saint-Marcel, Piedmont) and Russia. In Russia deposits are located in the Transbaikalia, Altai and Sayan.

Additional information

Weight 137 g