Diaspore is difficult to facet because of its inclusions, crystal shape, and cleavage. The expertly cut large and relatively clear stones shown here change color from a celery green to a pinkish to beige champagne. An extensive marketing campaign has made diaspore one of the most popular of Turkey's gemstones, though it's more frequently referred to by a trademarked name. Diaspore ovals, 2.09 and 3.17 cts. © All That Glitters. Used with permission.
Orange Color-Change Diaspore Faceted Oval Cut from Turkey
Diaspore is difficult to facet because of its inclusions, crystal shape, and cleavage. The expertly cut large and relatively clear stones shown here change color from a celery green to a pinkish to beige champagne. An extensive marketing campaign has made diaspore one of the most popular of Turkey's gemstones, though it's more frequently referred to by a trademarked name. Diaspore ovals, 2.09 and 3.17 cts. © All That Glitters. Used with permission.
Article: An Introduction to Turkey’s Gemstones
Credit: All That Glitters
| Gemstone | Diaspore |
| Natural or man made | Natural |
| Origin | Turkey |
| Gem State | Faceted |
| Color | Orange |
| Transparency | Transparent |
| Photo phenomena | Color Change |
| Multi-color | Bi-color |