Clinochlore

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Physical & Optical Properties

Category Collector Gems
Mohs Hardness 2.0 – 2.5
Specific Gravity 2.6 – 3.02
Refractive Index 1.571 – 1.597
Crystal System Monoclinic
Luster Pearly,Greasy,Dull (Earthy)
Color various
Pleochroism Distinct: light yellow-green to light blue-green - light greenish yellow to light blue-green.

Mohs Hardness

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

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About Clinochlore

クリノクロアは変成岩・超塩基性岩・熱水鉱脈中に緑から白の板状結晶を形成する緑泥石族のマグネシウムアルミニウム鉄フィロケイ酸塩です。コロラドの深緑色変種(クロム含有)は「セラフィナイト」と呼ばれる商業的装飾石材で、その羽毛状の緑色模様が特徴的です。カボションや彫刻に加工されます。

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Clinochlore?
クリノクロアは変成岩・超塩基性岩・熱水鉱脈中に緑から白の板状結晶を形成する緑泥石族のマグネシウムアルミニウム鉄フィロケイ酸塩です。コロラドの深緑色変種(クロム含有)は「セラフィナイト」と呼ばれる商業的装飾石材で、その羽毛状の緑色模様が特徴的です。カボションや彫刻に加工されます。
What is the hardness of Clinochlore?
Clinochlore has a Mohs hardness of 2.0 to 2.5, making it relatively soft for use in jewelry.
What color is Clinochlore?
Clinochlore is primarily Various.
How much does Clinochlore cost?
Clinochlore falls into the Budget (< $50/ct) price range. Prices vary based on color, clarity, cut, and origin.
What is the crystal system of Clinochlore?
Clinochlore belongs to the Monoclinic crystal system.