Friedelite

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Physical & Optical Properties

Mohs Hardness 4.0 – 5.0
Specific Gravity 3.06 – 3.19
Refractive Index 1.627 – 1.663
Crystal System Monoclinic
Luster Vitreous
Cleavage Perfect
Fracture Uneven
Color various
Birefringence 0.032
Pleochroism Nil

Mohs Hardness

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

About Friedelite

フリーデライトは、マンガンケイ酸塩水酸化物鉱物で、ピンク色から赤色の層状構造を持ちます。ニュージャージー州フランクリン鉱山やスウェーデンが産地として知られています。宝石質の透明な標本は非常に稀で、主に鉱物コレクターの間で知られる珍しい鉱物です。

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Friedelite?
フリーデライトは、マンガンケイ酸塩水酸化物鉱物で、ピンク色から赤色の層状構造を持ちます。ニュージャージー州フランクリン鉱山やスウェーデンが産地として知られています。宝石質の透明な標本は非常に稀で、主に鉱物コレクターの間で知られる珍しい鉱物です。
What is the hardness of Friedelite?
Friedelite has a Mohs hardness of 4.0 to 5.0, making it relatively soft for use in jewelry.
What color is Friedelite?
Friedelite is primarily Various.
How much does Friedelite cost?
Friedelite falls into the Budget (< $50/ct) price range. Prices vary based on color, clarity, cut, and origin.
What is the crystal system of Friedelite?
Friedelite belongs to the Monoclinic crystal system.

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