Parisite

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Physical & Optical Properties

Mohs Hardness 4,5
Specific Gravity 4,33 – 4,42
Refractive Index 1,671 – 1,771
Crystal System Trigonal
Luster Vitreous
Cleavage Distinct
Color various
Birefringence 0,099

Mohs Hardness

Mohs Hardness: 4,5
1 Soft10 Hard

Crystal System

a a a Trigonal (Rhombohedral) a = b = c, α = β = γ ≠ 90°

Value & Market

Price Tier Budget (< $50/ct)

About Parisite

La parisite es un carbonato fluorurado de calcio y tierras raras —cerio, lantano y neodimio principalmente— que forma cristales prismáticos de color amarillo miel a pardo con lustre resinoso a adamantino. Se halla en pegmatitas de carbonatita y depósitos aluviales, siendo la mina Muzo en Colombia y el yacimiento de Zagi en Pakistán sus fuentes más destacadas. Su rareza y el interés de los cristales como indicadores de mineralización de tierras raras la convierten en objeto de colección especializada.

Jewelry Use

Durability 3/10

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Parisite?
La parisite es un carbonato fluorurado de calcio y tierras raras —cerio, lantano y neodimio principalmente— que forma cristales prismáticos de color amarillo miel a pardo con lustre resinoso a adamantino. Se halla en pegmatitas de carbonatita y depósitos aluviales, siendo la mina Muzo en Colombia y
What is the hardness of Parisite?
Parisite has a Mohs hardness of 4.5, making it relatively soft for use in jewelry.
What color is Parisite?
Parisite is primarily Various.
How much does Parisite cost?
Parisite falls into the Budget (< $50/ct) price range. Prices vary based on color, clarity, cut, and origin.
What is the crystal system of Parisite?
Parisite belongs to the Trigonal crystal system.

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