Boracite

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Physical & Optical Properties

Mohs Hardness 7.0 – 7.5
Specific Gravity 2.95 – 2.96
Refractive Index 1.658 – 1.673
Crystal System Orthorhombic
Cleavage Poor
Fracture Conchoidal
Color various
Birefringence 0.01
Pleochroism Nil

Mohs Hardness

1 Talc 2 Gypsum 3 Calcite 4 Fluorite 5 Apatite 6 Orthoclase 7 Quartz 8 Topaz 9 Corundum 10 Diamond Boracite
Mohs hardness of Boracite shown against the ten reference minerals, from talc (1) to diamond (10).
Mohs Reference mineral Boracite
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 Moderate ($50-500/ct)

About Boracite

ボラサイトは、蒸発岩中に無色・白色・淡緑色の小さな鋭い擬立方体結晶を形成するマグネシウムホウ酸塩鉱物です。ドイツのルネブルクが古典的産地として知られ、弱い圧電性と焦電性を示します。宝石用途は非常に限られますが、コレクション価値の高い希少標本です。

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Jewelry Use

Durability 7/10

Suitable for daily wear

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Boracite?
ボラサイトは、蒸発岩中に無色・白色・淡緑色の小さな鋭い擬立方体結晶を形成するマグネシウムホウ酸塩鉱物です。ドイツのルネブルクが古典的産地として知られ、弱い圧電性と焦電性を示します。宝石用途は非常に限られますが、コレクション価値の高い希少標本です。
What is the hardness of Boracite?
Boracite has a Mohs hardness of 7.0 to 7.5, making it excellent for use in jewelry.
What color is Boracite?
Boracite is primarily Various.
How much does Boracite cost?
Boracite falls into the Moderate ($50-500/ct) price range. Prices vary based on color, clarity, cut, and origin.
What is the crystal system of Boracite?
Boracite belongs to the Orthorhombic crystal system.

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