Emerald Dioptase

Dioptase Watercolor Ink

Description

Dioptase Watercolor Ink is our exquisitely hand-crafted watercolor ink made with an extremely concentrated, high-quality single source pigment. Every bottle is meticulously hand mixed, poured, and sealed, using only pure distilled water and a small amount of all natural, pure gum arabic to achieve an exceptionally vibrant and richly pigmented liquid.

Dioptase Watercolor Ink is a vivid, jewel-toned blue-green made from the finely ground copper silicate mineral dioptase. This rare and intensely colored pigment produces a brilliant, semi-transparent ink with strong granulation and luminous clarity. Known for its striking chroma and mineral sparkle, Dioptase is ideal for bold washes, layered texture, and expressive work rooted in natural mineral color. Due to its softness and crystalline structure, this ink should be handled with care and not used in fountain pens.

Key Features

Single Source Pigment: Crafted from one pure mineral pigment, chosen for its unmatched brilliance and natural intensity.

Handmade Artisanal Process: Produced in small batches; each bottle is hand mixed and poured to preserve the pigment’s crystalline quality.

Maximum Pigment Load: Formulated to offer the highest concentration of pigment, free from any artificial additives.

Recommended Use: Best applied with brush or dropper; not recommended for fountain pens. Dilute with pure water for optimal control.

Pigment Information

Pigment Type: Inorganic mineral pigment (copper silicate)

Source: Ground natural dioptase crystal

Origin: Kazakhstan, Namibia, Congo (natural)

Lightfastness: Excellent

Opacity: Semi-transparent with pronounced granulation

Other Names: Copper Silicate Green, Natural Dioptase

Color Index Code: N/A