Alabaster
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Physical & Optical Properties
Category
Collector Gems
Mohs Hardness
2.0
Specific Gravity
2.3 – 2.33
Refractive Index
1.52 – 1.53
Crystal System
Monoclinic
Cleavage
Good
Color
various
Mohs Hardness
Mohs Hardness: 2.0
1 Soft10 Hard
Crystal System
Value & Market
Price Tier
Budget (< $50/ct)
Where to Buy Alabaster
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Treatments
2Walter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
2.30 to 2.33Michael O?Donoghue, Gems, Sixth edition (2006)
GoodMichael O?Donoghue, Gems, Sixth edition (2006)
1.520 to 1.530Walter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
+0.010Walter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)
NoneWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)
White, pink, brownish.Walter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
Translucent,OpaqueWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) Translucent at edgesMore from other references
Usually a brownish shadeMichael O?Donoghue, Gems, Sixth edition (2006)
MonoclinicMichael O?Donoghue, Gems, Sixth edition (2006)
MassiveMichael O?Donoghue, Gems, Sixth edition (2006)
It may be formed in mineral veins where sulphuric acid, derived from the oxidation of pyrite and other sulphides, has acted upon limestone.Michael O?Donoghue, Gems, Sixth edition (2006)
Alabaster information at mindat.org
Italy
Gems, Sixth Edition, Michael O’Donoghue , 2006, p. 378
Peru
UK
Gems, Sixth Edition, Michael O’Donoghue , 2006, p. 379
About Alabaster
설화석고(雪花石膏, 알라배스터)는 세립질 석고(황산칼슘)로 이루어진 연질 암석으로, 반투명하고 부드러운 흰색 또는 연한 색조가 특징입니다. 고대 이집트와 그리스·로마 시대부터 조각, 건축, 장식품 제작에 널리 활용되었습니다. 이탈리아 볼테라 지역의 알라배스터가 특히 유명하며, 조각하기 쉬운 부드러운 질감으로 예술가들에게 사랑받습니다.
Jewelry Use
Durability
1/10
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Alabaster?
설화석고(雪花石膏, 알라배스터)는 세립질 석고(황산칼슘)로 이루어진 연질 암석으로, 반투명하고 부드러운 흰색 또는 연한 색조가 특징입니다. 고대 이집트와 그리스·로마 시대부터 조각, 건축, 장식품 제작에 널리 활용되었습니다. 이탈리아 볼테라 지역의 알라배스터가 특히 유명하며, 조각하기 쉬운 부드러운 질감으로 예술가들에게 사랑받습니다.
What is the hardness of Alabaster?
Alabaster has a Mohs hardness of 2.0, making it relatively soft for use in jewelry.
What color is Alabaster?
Alabaster is primarily Various.
How much does Alabaster cost?
Alabaster falls into the Budget (< $50/ct) price range. Prices vary based on color, clarity, cut, and origin.
What is the crystal system of Alabaster?
Alabaster belongs to the Monoclinic crystal system.