Albite
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Physical & Optical Properties
Category
Semi-Precious Gems
Mohs Hardness
6.0 – 6.5
Specific Gravity
2.6 – 2.65
Refractive Index
1.525 – 1.542
Crystal System
Triclinic
Luster
Vitreous,Pearly
Cleavage
Perfect
Fracture
Uneven,Conchoidal
Color
various
Birefringence
0.008
Mohs Hardness
Mohs Hardness: 6.0 – 6.5
1 Soft10 Hard
Crystal System
Value & Market
Price Tier
Moderate ($50-500/ct)
Where to Buy Albite
Blue Nile
Fine jewelry retailer
James Allen
Gemstone jewelry
Brilliant Earth
Ethically sourced gems
Amazon
Wide selection
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Treatments
Irradiation may turn colourless material blue if lead and water impurities are present (see amazonite).
6 to 6.5Herve Nicolas Lazzarelli, Blue Chart Gem Identification (2010) More from other references
2.60 to 2.65Herve Nicolas Lazzarelli, Blue Chart Gem Identification (2010) More from other references
BrittleMichael O?Donoghue, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
PerfectMichael O?Donoghue, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) Perfect to excellent
Uneven,ConchoidalMichael O?Donoghue, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
1.525 to 1.542Herve Nicolas Lazzarelli, Blue Chart Gem Identification (2010) More from other references
Biaxial/+Herve Nicolas Lazzarelli, Blue Chart Gem Identification (2010)
0.008 to 0.011Herve Nicolas Lazzarelli, Blue Chart Gem Identification (2010) More from other references
WeakMichael O?Donoghue, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Colourless, greenish, bluish, black (adularescent)Ulrich Henn and Claudio C. Milisenda, Gemmological Tables (2004) More from other references
Transparent,Translucent,OpaqueUlrich Henn and Claudio C. Milisenda, Gemmological Tables (2004) More from other references
Vitreous,PearlyMichael O?Donoghue, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
White, greenMichael O?Donoghue, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
GreenMichael O?Donoghue, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Golden brown, greenMichael O?Donoghue, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
TriclinicHerve Nicolas Lazzarelli, Blue Chart Gem Identification (2010) More from other references
Albite information at mindat.org
Brazil
Myanmar
Ted Themelis (2008) Gems & mines of Mogok
About Albite
Albite is the sodium-rich end member of the plagioclase feldspar series, typically appearing white to colorless with a pearly, vitreous luster on cleavage faces. It is one of the most abundant minerals in Earth's crust, found in granites, pegmatites, and metamorphic rocks worldwide. Gem-quality albite is occasionally faceted or used as a matrix for other minerals, and some varieties—such as peristerite—display a beautiful bluish sheen called adularescence.
Jewelry Use
Durability
5/10
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Albite?
Albite is the sodium-rich end member of the plagioclase feldspar series, typically appearing white to colorless with a pearly, vitreous luster on cleavage faces. It is one of the most abundant minerals in Earth's crust, found in granites, pegmatites, and metamorphic rocks worldwide. Gem-quality albi
What is the hardness of Albite?
Albite has a Mohs hardness of 6.0 to 6.5, making it moderate for use in jewelry.
What color is Albite?
Albite is primarily Various.
How much does Albite cost?
Albite falls into the Moderate ($50-500/ct) price range. Prices vary based on color, clarity, cut, and origin.
What is the crystal system of Albite?
Albite belongs to the Triclinic crystal system.