Anorthite

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Physical & Optical Properties

Mohs Hardness 6.0 – 6.5
Specific Gravity 2.77
Refractive Index 1.575 – 1.588
Crystal System Triclinic
Luster Vitreous,Dull (Earthy)
Cleavage Perfect
Fracture Uneven,Conchoidal
Color various
Birefringence 0.013

Mohs Hardness

1 Talc 2 Gypsum 3 Calcite 4 Fluorite 5 Apatite 6 Orthoclase 7 Quartz 8 Topaz 9 Corundum 10 Diamond Anorthite
Mohs hardness of Anorthite shown against the ten reference minerals, from talc (1) to diamond (10).
Mohs Reference mineral Anorthite
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 Triclinic a ≠ b ≠ c, α ≠ β ≠ γ ≠ 90°

Value & Market

Price Tier Moderate ($50-500/ct)

About Anorthite

アノーサイトは、変成岩や深成火成岩中に無色から白色の結晶として主に産出する、斜長石系列のカルシウム端成分です。一部の月の岩石の主要構成鉱物であり、宇宙科学において重要な意義を持ちます。宝石用途は極めて限られますが、一部の変種は光沢のある研磨石として利用されることがあります。

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Anorthite?
アノーサイトは、変成岩や深成火成岩中に無色から白色の結晶として主に産出する、斜長石系列のカルシウム端成分です。一部の月の岩石の主要構成鉱物であり、宇宙科学において重要な意義を持ちます。宝石用途は極めて限られますが、一部の変種は光沢のある研磨石として利用されることがあります。
What is the hardness of Anorthite?
Anorthite has a Mohs hardness of 6.0 to 6.5, making it moderate for use in jewelry.
What color is Anorthite?
Anorthite is primarily Various.
How much does Anorthite cost?
Anorthite falls into the Moderate ($50-500/ct) price range. Prices vary based on color, clarity, cut, and origin.
What is the crystal system of Anorthite?
Anorthite belongs to the Triclinic crystal system.

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