Hodgkinsonite

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Physical & Optical Properties

Mohs Hardness 4,5 – 5,0
Specific Gravity 4,06 – 4,08
Refractive Index 1,72 – 1,746
Crystal System Monoclinic
Luster Vitreous
Cleavage Perfect
Fracture Uneven
Color various
Birefringence 0,026
Pleochroism Lavender and pale purple for transparent pink stones.

Mohs Hardness

Mohs Hardness: 4,5 – 5,0
1 Soft10 Hard

Crystal System

β a b c Monoclinic a ≠ b ≠ c, α = γ = 90°, β ≠ 90°

Value & Market

Price Tier Budget (< $50/ct)

About Hodgkinsonite

La hodgkinsonita es un raro silicato de zinc y manganeso que forma cristales prismáticos pequeños de color rosa a rojo rosado en el renombrado yacimiento de zinc de Franklin, Nueva Jersey. Como muchos minerales de Franklin, puede mostrar fluorescencia bajo luz ultravioleta. Es principalmente una rareza de coleccionista mineralógico, con uso gemológico prácticamente inexistente dada la pequeñez de sus cristales.

Jewelry Use

Durability 3/10

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Hodgkinsonite?
La hodgkinsonita es un raro silicato de zinc y manganeso que forma cristales prismáticos pequeños de color rosa a rojo rosado en el renombrado yacimiento de zinc de Franklin, Nueva Jersey. Como muchos minerales de Franklin, puede mostrar fluorescencia bajo luz ultravioleta. Es principalmente una rar
What is the hardness of Hodgkinsonite?
Hodgkinsonite has a Mohs hardness of 4.5 to 5.0, making it relatively soft for use in jewelry.
What color is Hodgkinsonite?
Hodgkinsonite is primarily Various.
How much does Hodgkinsonite cost?
Hodgkinsonite falls into the Budget (< $50/ct) price range. Prices vary based on color, clarity, cut, and origin.
What is the crystal system of Hodgkinsonite?
Hodgkinsonite belongs to the Monoclinic crystal system.

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