Gedrite

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Physical & Optical Properties

Mohs Hardness 5.5 – 6.0
Specific Gravity 3.15 – 3.259
Refractive Index 1.625 – 1.718
Crystal System Orthorhombic
Cleavage Perfect,Imperfect
Color various
Pleochroism Weak to moderate, in browns, yellows, or gray.

Mohs Hardness

1 Talc 2 Gypsum 3 Calcite 4 Fluorite 5 Apatite 6 Orthoclase 7 Quartz 8 Topaz 9 Corundum 10 Diamond Gedrite
Mohs hardness of Gedrite shown against the ten reference minerals, from talc (1) to diamond (10).
Mohs Reference mineral Gedrite
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 Budget (< $50/ct)

About Gedrite

ゲドライトは、マグネシウム鉄アルミニウムアンフィボール(角閃石)で、グレー・緑色・褐色を示す鉱物です。変成岩中に産出し、宝石としての利用はほとんどありません。主に岩石学・変成岩の研究において重要な鉱物として扱われます。透明な宝石質の標本は非常に稀です。

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Gedrite?
ゲドライトは、マグネシウム鉄アルミニウムアンフィボール(角閃石)で、グレー・緑色・褐色を示す鉱物です。変成岩中に産出し、宝石としての利用はほとんどありません。主に岩石学・変成岩の研究において重要な鉱物として扱われます。透明な宝石質の標本は非常に稀です。
What is the hardness of Gedrite?
Gedrite has a Mohs hardness of 5.5 to 6.0, making it moderate for use in jewelry.
What color is Gedrite?
Gedrite is primarily Various.
How much does Gedrite cost?
Gedrite falls into the Budget (< $50/ct) price range. Prices vary based on color, clarity, cut, and origin.
What is the crystal system of Gedrite?
Gedrite belongs to the Orthorhombic crystal system.

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