Dolomite

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Physical & Optical Properties

Mohs Hardness 3.5 – 4.0
Specific Gravity 2.8 – 2.95
Refractive Index 1.498 – 1.681
Crystal System Trigonal
Luster Vitreous,Pearly
Cleavage Perfect
Fracture Sub-Conchoidal
Color various
Birefringence 0.179
Pleochroism Nil

Mohs Hardness

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

Crystal System

a a a Trigonal (Rhombohedral) a = b = c, α = β = γ ≠ 90°

Value & Market

Price Tier Budget (< $50/ct)

About Dolomite

ドロマイトは、カルシウムマグネシウム炭酸塩鉱物(CaMg(CO₃)₂)で、白色・ピンク・黄色など様々な色の結晶を形成します。鉱物標本として美しいひし形の結晶が知られ、特にスイス産の透明な結晶が人気です。建材・工業用途での需要が高く、装飾石としても使用されます。

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Dolomite?
ドロマイトは、カルシウムマグネシウム炭酸塩鉱物(CaMg(CO₃)₂)で、白色・ピンク・黄色など様々な色の結晶を形成します。鉱物標本として美しいひし形の結晶が知られ、特にスイス産の透明な結晶が人気です。建材・工業用途での需要が高く、装飾石としても使用されます。
What is the hardness of Dolomite?
Dolomite has a Mohs hardness of 3.5 to 4.0, making it relatively soft for use in jewelry.
What color is Dolomite?
Dolomite is primarily Various.
How much does Dolomite cost?
Dolomite falls into the Budget (< $50/ct) price range. Prices vary based on color, clarity, cut, and origin.
What is the crystal system of Dolomite?
Dolomite belongs to the Trigonal crystal system.

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