Magnesite

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Physical & Optical Properties

Mohs Hardness 3.5 – 4.5
Specific Gravity 2.92 – 3.12
Refractive Index 1.509 – 1.72
Crystal System Trigonal
Luster Vitreous,Dull
Cleavage Perfect
Fracture Conchoidal
Color various
Birefringence 0.19
Pleochroism Nil

Mohs Hardness

Mohs Hardness: 3.5 – 4.5
1 Soft10 Hard

Crystal System

a a a Trigonal (Rhombohedral) a = b = c, α = β = γ ≠ 90°

Value & Market

Price Tier Budget (< $50/ct)

Treatments

Dyed to imitate lapis, turquoise (chelsea: common reddish), coral. Acetone test - Blue Chart Gem Identification, Herve Nicolas Lazzarelli, 2010, p 8 3.5 to 4.5Herve Nicolas Lazzarelli, Blue Chart Gem Identification (2010) More from other references 2.92 to 3.12Herve Nicolas Lazzarelli, Blue Chart Gem Identification (2010) More from other references PerfectUlrich Henn and Claudio C. Milisenda, Gemmological Tables (2004) More from other references ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009) 1.509 to 1.720Herve Nicolas Lazzarelli, Blue Chart Gem Identification (2010) More from other references Uniaxial/-Herve Nicolas Lazzarelli, Blue Chart Gem Identification (2010) More from other references 0.190 to 0.202Herve Nicolas Lazzarelli, Blue Chart Gem Identification (2010) DoublingMore from other references NilArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009) NilArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009) White, yellow, brown, black, colourlessUlrich Henn and Claudio C. Milisenda, Gemmological Tables (2004) More from other references Translucent,OpaqueUlrich Henn and Claudio C. Milisenda, Gemmological Tables (2004) More from other references Vitreous,DullWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references Blue, green, white commonHerve Nicolas Lazzarelli, Blue Chart Gem Identification (2010) Blue green or white fluorescence may be seen with greenish phosphorescenceMichael O?Donoghue, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) GreenishHerve Nicolas Lazzarelli, Blue Chart Gem Identification (2010) TrigonalHerve Nicolas Lazzarelli, Blue Chart Gem Identification (2010) More from other references MassiveMichael O?Donoghue, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references Magnesite occurs as a primary mineral in igneous or sedimentary rocks or may be formed by the metamorphism or alteration of serpentine and peridotite.Michael O?Donoghue, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) Magnesite information at mindat.org Brazil&nbsp; Gems, Sixth Edition, Michael O’Donoghue, 2006, p. 426 Gems, Sixth Edition, Michael O’Donoghue, 2006, p. 426

About Magnesite

마그네사이트는 마그네슘 탄산염 광물로 흰색에서 회백색의 괴상 또는 방형체 결정을 이루며 유리 광택이 납니다. 공업적으로는 내화재 및 마그네슘 금속의 주요 원료로 활용되지만, 아름답게 염색된 청록색 마그네사이트는 터키석의 대용 보석으로 사용되기도 합니다. 유리 광택을 지닌 흰 결정은 산출되는 경우 광물 수집가들이 탐내는 표본입니다.

Jewelry Use

Durability 2/10

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Magnesite?
마그네사이트는 마그네슘 탄산염 광물로 흰색에서 회백색의 괴상 또는 방형체 결정을 이루며 유리 광택이 납니다. 공업적으로는 내화재 및 마그네슘 금속의 주요 원료로 활용되지만, 아름답게 염색된 청록색 마그네사이트는 터키석의 대용 보석으로 사용되기도 합니다. 유리 광택을 지닌 흰 결정은 산출되는 경우 광물 수집가들이 탐내는 표본입니다.
What is the hardness of Magnesite?
Magnesite has a Mohs hardness of 3.5 to 4.5, making it relatively soft for use in jewelry.
What color is Magnesite?
Magnesite is primarily Various.
How much does Magnesite cost?
Magnesite falls into the Budget (< $50/ct) price range. Prices vary based on color, clarity, cut, and origin.
What is the crystal system of Magnesite?
Magnesite belongs to the Trigonal crystal system.

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