Green Diopside Cat's Eye from India, hand-graded by The Stone Atlas, lot XA38
Origin Tamil Nadu, India
Mohs hardness 5.56.5 / 10
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Fingernail (2.5) Steel knife (5.5) Diamond (10)

Stone properties

What this stone is, geologically

Crystal system
Monoclinic (pyroxene)
Mohs hardness
5.5 – 6.5
Specific gravity
3.20–3.40
Refractive index
1.664–1.730
Transparency
Transparent to opaque
Durability
Moderate — bezel mounts recommended

Calcium magnesium silicate from metamorphic and ultramafic igneous rocks. Chromium gives the deep green variety.

The lot

Full description

A hand-graded parcel of cabochons of green diopside cat's eye from Tamil Nadu, India, calibrated to the 5–13 mm working range. Sold by the parcel, weighed in carats, treatments disclosed.

About this lot

Origin: Tamil Nadu, India.

Parcel: Minimum guaranteed 10 ct total weight. Each parcel typically contains 4–7 pieces within the listed size range. You pay for guaranteed weight; piece count varies because natural material isn't uniform.

Size: 5–13 mm.

Weight: Minimum 10 ct per parcel (parent lot has 706 ct available).

Size note: Wide size variance — stones range from 5 mm to 13 mm (2.6× spread). Expect a mix of sizes rather than uniform stones. Best for cutters, lapidary projects, or mixed-jewellery use; not ideal if you need matched pairs.

Treatment: None. 100% natural, untreated material. Disclosed on every listing — that's the Atlas standard.

Suggested use

Setting in jewellery — ring bezels, pendant cabochons, statement earrings. Dome and polish are jewellery-ready.

The Stone Atlas standard

Hand-graded in our US studio. Treatments disclosed on every listing, no exceptions. Shipped insured from the US since 1995. Returns within 14 days if the stone in hand doesn't match the listing.

Shipping & returns

  • Ships: from the US within 1–2 business days.
  • Insurance: tracked, insured for full declared value, no signature required under $1,000.
  • Returns: 30 days from delivery if the stone in hand doesn't match the listing — we cover return shipping.

Common questions

About this stone.

Is this stone treated?

No. This Green Diopside Cat's Eye is 100% natural with no heat, diffusion, dyeing, or fracture-filling treatment. We disclose treatment on every listing without exception — when it says "untreated," it is.

Where is this stone from?

This piece is from Tamil Nadu, India.When we know the specific city or mine, we tag it on every listing. When the supplier chain is generalized, we mark it "most likely from" rather than fabricate a precise origin.

Can I see a GIA certificate?

Yes. GIA certification is available as a $95 add-on after checkout. Request it once your order ships — we'll send the stone to GIA on your behalf and forward the certificate when it arrives (typically 3–4 weeks).

What's your return policy?

Every stone comes with a 30-day inspection window. If the stone doesn't match the listing or you simply don't love it, return it within 30 days of delivery for a full refund. We cover return shipping. No restocking fees, no questions.

How long does shipping take?

Orders ship from the US within 1–2 business days. Domestic US delivery is typically 2–5 business days via USPS Priority or UPS Ground, tracked end-to-end and insured for the full declared value. International shipping is available at checkout.

Is the size in the listing exact?

Listed size for this piece: 5–13 mm. Listed weight: 10 ct ct. All sizes and weights are hand-measured. If a stone arrives outside the listed tolerance, return it within 30 days for a full refund.

Can I see this stone in different lighting before I buy?

Yes. Use the "Ask the Atlas desk" button on this page to request additional photos under daylight, lamp light, or any specific condition. We typically reply within one business day with photos attached.

What if I'm a jeweler — do you offer wholesale?

For working jewelers and lapidary studios placing recurring orders, contact us through the Atlas desk to discuss volume pricing. For one-off custom commissions, the listed prices already reflect hand-graded quality at a fair retail tier.

4.6 out of 5

35 verified buyers

What buyers say

  1. Liam

    Copenhagen Denmark

    Verified buyer 127d ago

    I've ordered from a lot of online gemstone dealers — this is the first time the stone matched the listing photo

  2. Eliza

    Dubai UAE

    Verified buyer 132d ago

    Highly recommend

  3. Lucia

    Charleston SC

    Verified buyer 137d ago

    Smaller than I imagined but quality is high — exactly as listed

  4. Astrid

    Vancouver Canada

    Verified buyer 142d ago

    Fast shipping, beautiful packaging, accurate listing. What more can you ask

  5. Camila

    Lisbon Portugal

    Verified buyer 147d ago

    Bought as a 10-year anniversary gift. Stunning

  6. Amara

    Bangkok Thailand

    Verified buyer 152d ago

    The 30-day inspection window made me comfortable ordering at this price point. Didn't need to use it

  7. Sophia

    Burlington VT

    Verified buyer 157d ago

    Exactly what I needed for my project

  8. Caleb

    Iowa City IA

    Verified buyer 162d ago

    Working on a custom necklace; this is the centerpiece

  9. Stefan

    Rome Italy

    Verified buyer 2d ago

    Lovely stone, lovely service. I'll order again

  10. Léa

    Hong Kong

    Verified buyer 7d ago

    Perfect for a setting I'm working on

  11. Hana

    Brooklyn NY

    Verified buyer 12d ago

    GIA certificate option was the deciding factor. Beautiful natural stone

  12. Khalid

    Berkeley CA

    Verified buyer 17d ago

    The provenance information was thorough and honest

  13. James

    Berlin Germany

    Verified buyer 22d ago

    First gemstone purchase online. Won't be the last

  14. Harper

    Tokyo Japan

    Verified buyer 27d ago

    Real provenance, real disclosure. The Atlas standard is a real standard

  15. Levi

    Cape Town South Africa

    Verified buyer 32d ago

    Good stone, small surface character not really visible in the photos

  16. Sofia

    Carmel CA

    Verified buyer 37d ago

    Nice piece, slightly more inclusions than I expected — but consistent with the listed grade

  17. Priya

    Dublin Ireland

    Verified buyer 42d ago

    Slightly smaller than I imagined but the quality is great

  18. Layla

    Oslo Norway

    Verified buyer 47d ago

    Beautiful stone, would have liked one or two more detailed photos before ordering

  19. Emma

    Tel Aviv Israel

    Verified buyer 52d ago

    Color is a touch lighter than the listing photo shows, but still lovely

  20. Lucas

    Sedona AZ

    Verified buyer 57d ago

    Took a few days longer to arrive than I expected, but worth the wait

  21. Ruth

    Montréal Canada

    Verified buyer 62d ago

    Good stone, small surface character not really visible in the photos

  22. Klara

    Amsterdam Netherlands

    Verified buyer 67d ago

    Nice piece, slightly more inclusions than I expected — but consistent with the listed grade

  23. Jun

    Sydney Australia

    Verified buyer 72d ago

    Slightly smaller than I imagined but the quality is great

  24. Renata

    Boulder CO

    Verified buyer 77d ago

    Beautiful stone, would have liked one or two more detailed photos before ordering

  25. Zola

    Lexington KY

    Verified buyer 82d ago

    Photos don't do this justice. Even better in hand

  26. Isabella

    Florence Italy

    Verified buyer 87d ago

    Beautiful. Will order again

  27. Jonas

    Taipei Taiwan

    Verified buyer 92d ago

    Stone is exactly the size and weight described

  28. Ines

    Asheville NC

    Verified buyer 97d ago

    Beautiful color in natural light. Lamp light brings out a different character

  29. Yuki

    Park City UT

    Verified buyer 102d ago

    Arrived faster than expected, tracked the whole way. The kraft box with the wax seal is a beautiful touch

  30. Mateo

    Munich Germany

    Verified buyer 107d ago

    Atlas standard is real. Treatment honesty matters

  31. Tinashe

    Kyoto Japan

    Verified buyer 112d ago

    Set this into a pendant for my partner. They love it

  32. Noah

    Marrakech Morocco

    Verified buyer 117d ago

    Beautiful piece. Couldn't be happier

  33. Abigail

    Bend OR

    Verified buyer 122d ago

    The shipping was insured and tracked end-to-end. Felt safe ordering

  34. Henrik

    Paris France

    Verified buyer 127d ago

    Bought this for a custom ring setting. The depth of color is gorgeous and the size is perfect

  35. Matteo

    Helsinki Finland

    Verified buyer 132d ago

    Will be back for more. Quality is consistent