Fayalite

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Physical & Optical Properties

Mohs Hardness 6.5 – 7.0
Specific Gravity 4.392
Refractive Index 1.827 – 1.879
Crystal System Orthorhombic
Luster Vitreous,Resinous
Cleavage Imperfect
Fracture Conchoidal
Color various
Pleochroism Faint: pale yellow - yellow-orange, reddish brown.

Mohs Hardness

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

ファヤライトは、鉄カンラン石(Fe₂SiO₄)で、オリビン(カンラン石)グループの鉄端成分です。暗黄緑色から褐色を示し、透明な宝石質の標本は非常に稀少です。カナリア諸島のラ・パルマ島産の火山岩中に美しい結晶が見られます。宝石としての流通はほとんどありません。

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Fayalite?
ファヤライトは、鉄カンラン石(Fe₂SiO₄)で、オリビン(カンラン石)グループの鉄端成分です。暗黄緑色から褐色を示し、透明な宝石質の標本は非常に稀少です。カナリア諸島のラ・パルマ島産の火山岩中に美しい結晶が見られます。宝石としての流通はほとんどありません。
What is the hardness of Fayalite?
Fayalite has a Mohs hardness of 6.5 to 7.0, making it moderate for use in jewelry.
What color is Fayalite?
Fayalite is primarily Various.
How much does Fayalite cost?
Fayalite falls into the Moderate ($50-500/ct) price range. Prices vary based on color, clarity, cut, and origin.
What is the crystal system of Fayalite?
Fayalite belongs to the Orthorhombic crystal system.

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