Anglesite

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Physical & Optical Properties

Mohs Hardness 3.0 – 3.5
Specific Gravity 6.3 – 6.39
Refractive Index 1.877 – 1.894
Crystal System Orthorhombic
Luster Adamantine,Vitreous,Resinous
Cleavage Distinct
Fracture Conchoidal
Color various
Birefringence 0.017
Dispersion 0.044
Pleochroism Nil

Mohs Hardness

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

アングルサイトは、無色・黄色・灰色・緑みがかった色調の重量感ある金剛光沢の結晶を形成する硫酸鉛鉱物です。その高い屈折率と強い分散はファセットカットで輝きを発揮しますが、モース硬度が低く劈開があるため取り扱いが難しい宝石素材です。ナミビアやモロッコの酸化帯が有名な産地です。

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Anglesite?
アングルサイトは、無色・黄色・灰色・緑みがかった色調の重量感ある金剛光沢の結晶を形成する硫酸鉛鉱物です。その高い屈折率と強い分散はファセットカットで輝きを発揮しますが、モース硬度が低く劈開があるため取り扱いが難しい宝石素材です。ナミビアやモロッコの酸化帯が有名な産地です。
What is the hardness of Anglesite?
Anglesite has a Mohs hardness of 3.0 to 3.5, making it relatively soft for use in jewelry.
What color is Anglesite?
Anglesite is primarily Various.
How much does Anglesite cost?
Anglesite falls into the Budget (< $50/ct) price range. Prices vary based on color, clarity, cut, and origin.
What is the crystal system of Anglesite?
Anglesite belongs to the Orthorhombic crystal system.

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