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Physical & Optical Properties

Mohs Hardness 3.5 – 4.0
Specific Gravity 4.23
Refractive Index 1.974 – 1.984
Crystal System Tetragonal
Cleavage Indistinct
Fracture Uneven
Color various
Pleochroism In deeply colored specimens: blue - green

Mohs Hardness

1 Talc 2 Gypsum 3 Calcite 4 Fluorite 5 Apatite 6 Orthoclase 7 Quartz 8 Topaz 9 Corundum 10 Diamond Powellite
Mohs hardness of Powellite shown against the ten reference minerals, from talc (1) to diamond (10).
Mohs Reference mineral Powellite
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 Tetragonal a = b ≠ c, α = β = γ = 90°

Value & Market

Price Tier Budget (< $50/ct)

About Powellite

パウエライトは、カルシウムモリブデン酸塩鉱物で、黄色・橙色・淡青色の鮮やかな色調を示し、紫外線照射下で強い蛍光を発することで知られています。モリブデナイト鉱床の酸化帯やスカルン環境に二次鉱物として産し、インド・モロッコ・米国で良好な標本が得られます。ダイヤモンド〜樹脂状光沢と蛍光特性がコレクターに特に人気のある鉱物です。

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Powellite?
パウエライトは、カルシウムモリブデン酸塩鉱物で、黄色・橙色・淡青色の鮮やかな色調を示し、紫外線照射下で強い蛍光を発することで知られています。モリブデナイト鉱床の酸化帯やスカルン環境に二次鉱物として産し、インド・モロッコ・米国で良好な標本が得られます。ダイヤモンド〜樹脂状光沢と蛍光特性がコレクターに特に人気のある鉱物です。
What is the hardness of Powellite?
Powellite has a Mohs hardness of 3.5 to 4.0, making it relatively soft for use in jewelry.
What color is Powellite?
Powellite is primarily Various.
How much does Powellite cost?
Powellite falls into the Budget (< $50/ct) price range. Prices vary based on color, clarity, cut, and origin.
What is the crystal system of Powellite?
Powellite belongs to the Tetragonal crystal system.

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