Caledonite

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Physical & Optical Properties

Category Collector Gems
Mohs Hardness 2.5 – 3.0
Specific Gravity 5.6 – 5.76
Refractive Index 1.818 – 1.909
Crystal System Orthorhombic
Cleavage Perfect,Imperfect
Fracture Uneven
Color various
Pleochroism Weak

Mohs Hardness

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

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About Caledonite

カレドナイトはイギリスのスコットランドにちなんで命名された、深い青緑色の小さな柱状結晶を形成する稀少で美しい塩基性硫酸銅鉛鉱物です。ナミビアのツメブ鉱山やスコットランドのランドハリス鉱山が代表的な産地で、その濃い青緑色の結晶は標本コレクターに高く評価されています。

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Caledonite?
カレドナイトはイギリスのスコットランドにちなんで命名された、深い青緑色の小さな柱状結晶を形成する稀少で美しい塩基性硫酸銅鉛鉱物です。ナミビアのツメブ鉱山やスコットランドのランドハリス鉱山が代表的な産地で、その濃い青緑色の結晶は標本コレクターに高く評価されています。
What is the hardness of Caledonite?
Caledonite has a Mohs hardness of 2.5 to 3.0, making it relatively soft for use in jewelry.
What color is Caledonite?
Caledonite is primarily Various.
How much does Caledonite cost?
Caledonite falls into the Budget (< $50/ct) price range. Prices vary based on color, clarity, cut, and origin.
What is the crystal system of Caledonite?
Caledonite belongs to the Orthorhombic crystal system.