Anhydrite

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Physical & Optical Properties

Mohs Hardness 3.5
Specific Gravity 2.9 – 2.98
Refractive Index 1.57 – 1.614
Crystal System Orthorhombic
Luster Vitreous
Cleavage Perfect
Fracture Uneven
Color various
Birefringence 0.044
Dispersion 0.013
Pleochroism Weak

Mohs Hardness

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

アンハイドライトは、石膏と化学的に同一でありながら水を含まない硫酸カルシウム鉱物で、塊状・粒状・葉状の形態で産出します。青みがかった白色や淡紫色の大きな塊状標本は時に装飾用に研磨されます。蒸発岩鉱床に広く産出し、地質学的には塩水蒸発の証拠として重要な意義を持ちます。

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Anhydrite?
アンハイドライトは、石膏と化学的に同一でありながら水を含まない硫酸カルシウム鉱物で、塊状・粒状・葉状の形態で産出します。青みがかった白色や淡紫色の大きな塊状標本は時に装飾用に研磨されます。蒸発岩鉱床に広く産出し、地質学的には塩水蒸発の証拠として重要な意義を持ちます。
What is the hardness of Anhydrite?
Anhydrite has a Mohs hardness of 3.5, making it relatively soft for use in jewelry.
What color is Anhydrite?
Anhydrite is primarily Various.
How much does Anhydrite cost?
Anhydrite falls into the Budget (< $50/ct) price range. Prices vary based on color, clarity, cut, and origin.
What is the crystal system of Anhydrite?
Anhydrite belongs to the Orthorhombic crystal system.

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