Vesuvianite (Idocrase)

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Physical & Optical Properties

Mohs Hardness 6.5
Specific Gravity 3.25 – 3.5
Refractive Index 1.7 – 1.725
Crystal System Tetragonal
Luster Greasy
Cleavage Indistinct
Fracture Uneven,Splintery
Color various
Birefringence 0.002
Dispersion 0.019
Pleochroism Orange/brown vesuvianite - weak: light body color - dark body color; Green - weak: yellow-green - yellow-brown; Yellow - weak: colorless - yellow

Mohs Hardness

1 Talc 2 Gypsum 3 Calcite 4 Fluorite 5 Apatite 6 Orthoclase 7 Quartz 8 Topaz 9 Corundum 10 Diamond Vesuvianite (Idocrase)
Mohs hardness of Vesuvianite (Idocrase) shown against the ten reference minerals, from talc (1) to diamond (10).
Mohs Reference mineral Vesuvianite (Idocrase)
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 Moderate ($50-500/ct)

Where to Buy Vesuvianite (Idocrase)

About Vesuvianite (Idocrase)

ヴェスビアナイト(イドクレース)は複雑なカルシウム‐アルミニウムケイ酸塩鉱物で、黄緑色から褐緑色・橙色・褐色・紫色まで様々な色を呈し、ガラス質の光沢を持ちます。イタリアのヴェスヴィオ火山付近のコンタクト変成岩スカルンで最初に記載されました。カルフォルニアスリランカのカリフォルナイトとして知られる濃い緑色のカリフォルニア産変種と、カナダの濃い緑色のウィルアイトがコレクターに特に人気があります。

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Vesuvianite (Idocrase)?
ヴェスビアナイト(イドクレース)は複雑なカルシウム‐アルミニウムケイ酸塩鉱物で、黄緑色から褐緑色・橙色・褐色・紫色まで様々な色を呈し、ガラス質の光沢を持ちます。イタリアのヴェスヴィオ火山付近のコンタクト変成岩スカルンで最初に記載されました。カルフォルニアスリランカのカリフォルナイトとして知られる濃い緑色のカリフォルニア産変種と、カナダの濃い緑色のウィルアイトがコレクターに特に人気があります。
What is the hardness of Vesuvianite (Idocrase)?
Vesuvianite (Idocrase) has a Mohs hardness of 6.5, making it moderate for use in jewelry.
What color is Vesuvianite (Idocrase)?
Vesuvianite (Idocrase) is primarily Various.
How much does Vesuvianite (Idocrase) cost?
Vesuvianite (Idocrase) falls into the Moderate ($50-500/ct) price range. Prices vary based on color, clarity, cut, and origin.
What is the crystal system of Vesuvianite (Idocrase)?
Vesuvianite (Idocrase) belongs to the Tetragonal crystal system.

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