Adamite

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Physical & Optical Properties

Mohs Hardness 3.5
Specific Gravity 4.3 – 4.68
Refractive Index 1.708 – 1.773
Crystal System Orthorhombic
Luster Vitreous
Cleavage Distinct
Fracture Conchoidal
Color various
Birefringence 0.031
Pleochroism Nil

Mohs Hardness

1 Talc 2 Gypsum 3 Calcite 4 Fluorite 5 Apatite 6 Orthoclase 7 Quartz 8 Topaz 9 Corundum 10 Diamond Adamite
Mohs hardness of Adamite shown against the ten reference minerals, from talc (1) to diamond (10).
Mohs Reference mineral Adamite
1 Talc
2 Gypsum
3 Calcite
4 Fluorite
5 Apatite
6 Orthoclase
7 Quartz
8 Topaz
9 Corundum
10 Diamond

Crystal System

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

Value & Market

Price Tier Budget (< $50/ct)

About Adamite

アダマイトは、褐鉄鉱を母岩として扇状の結晶集合体を形成する、鮮やかな黄緑色から緑色のヒ酸亜鉛鉱物です。蛍光性を持ちUV照射下では明るく発光し、メキシコのドゥランゴ州が世界最高の標本産地として知られています。その鮮烈な色彩と結晶形から鉱物標本として高く評価されます。

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Adamite?
アダマイトは、褐鉄鉱を母岩として扇状の結晶集合体を形成する、鮮やかな黄緑色から緑色のヒ酸亜鉛鉱物です。蛍光性を持ちUV照射下では明るく発光し、メキシコのドゥランゴ州が世界最高の標本産地として知られています。その鮮烈な色彩と結晶形から鉱物標本として高く評価されます。
What is the hardness of Adamite?
Adamite has a Mohs hardness of 3.5, making it relatively soft for use in jewelry.
What color is Adamite?
Adamite is primarily Various.
How much does Adamite cost?
Adamite falls into the Budget (< $50/ct) price range. Prices vary based on color, clarity, cut, and origin.
What is the crystal system of Adamite?
Adamite belongs to the Orthorhombic crystal system.

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