Fibrolite

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Physical & Optical Properties

Mohs Hardness 6.0 – 7.0
Specific Gravity 3.14 – 3.25
Refractive Index 1.658 – 1.678
Crystal System Orthorhombic
Luster Vitreous
Cleavage Perfect
Fracture Uneven
Color various
Dispersion 0.015
Pleochroism Distinct

Mohs Hardness

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

フィブロライト(ファイブロライト)は、繊維状集合体のシリマナイト(珪線石)の変種です。白色から灰色、緑色を示し、繊維状の絹糸光沢が特徴です。スリランカやビルマ(ミャンマー)が主要産地で、透明なファセット石は非常に希少です。宝石としての流通は限られています。

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Fibrolite?
フィブロライト(ファイブロライト)は、繊維状集合体のシリマナイト(珪線石)の変種です。白色から灰色、緑色を示し、繊維状の絹糸光沢が特徴です。スリランカやビルマ(ミャンマー)が主要産地で、透明なファセット石は非常に希少です。宝石としての流通は限られています。
What is the hardness of Fibrolite?
Fibrolite has a Mohs hardness of 6.0 to 7.0, making it moderate for use in jewelry.
What color is Fibrolite?
Fibrolite is primarily Various.
How much does Fibrolite cost?
Fibrolite falls into the Moderate ($50-500/ct) price range. Prices vary based on color, clarity, cut, and origin.
What is the crystal system of Fibrolite?
Fibrolite belongs to the Orthorhombic crystal system.

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