Augite

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Physical & Optical Properties

Mohs Hardness 5.5 – 6.0
Specific Gravity 3.19 – 3.56
Refractive Index 1.671 – 1.774
Crystal System Monoclinic
Luster Vitreous,Resinous,Dull (Earthy)
Fracture Uneven,Conchoidal
Color various
Pleochroism Pale green, pale brown, green, greenish yellow - pale brown, pale yellow-green, violet - pale green, grayish green, violet.

Mohs Hardness

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

Crystal System

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

Value & Market

Price Tier Budget (< $50/ct)

About Augite

オーガイトは玄武岩・安山岩などの塩基性火成岩に最も豊富に産する造岩鉱物の一つである、暗緑色から黒色のカルシウムマグネシウム鉄輝石です。宝石用途は極めて限られますが、黒い金属光沢の標本は矿物コレクションで人気を集めます。地球の地殻とマントルを構成する重要鉱物として地質学的意義が高い鉱物です。

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Augite?
オーガイトは玄武岩・安山岩などの塩基性火成岩に最も豊富に産する造岩鉱物の一つである、暗緑色から黒色のカルシウムマグネシウム鉄輝石です。宝石用途は極めて限られますが、黒い金属光沢の標本は矿物コレクションで人気を集めます。地球の地殻とマントルを構成する重要鉱物として地質学的意義が高い鉱物です。
What is the hardness of Augite?
Augite has a Mohs hardness of 5.5 to 6.0, making it moderate for use in jewelry.
What color is Augite?
Augite is primarily Various.
How much does Augite cost?
Augite falls into the Budget (< $50/ct) price range. Prices vary based on color, clarity, cut, and origin.
What is the crystal system of Augite?
Augite belongs to the Monoclinic crystal system.

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