Fibrolite

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Physical & Optical Properties

Mohs Hardness 6,0 – 7,0
Specific Gravity 3,14 – 3,25
Refractive Index 1,658 – 1,678
Crystal System Orthorhombic
Luster Vitreous
Cleavage Perfect
Fracture Uneven
Color various
Dispersion 0,015
Pleochroism Distinct

Mohs Hardness

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

About Fibrolite

A fibrolite é a variedade fibrosa da sillimanite, um polimórfico do andalusite e da cianite. Ocorre em agregados fibrosos de cor branca a acinzentada, frequentemente em gneisses e xistos metamórficos de alto grau. A sillimanite transparente é usada em joalharia, e a variedade fibrolite pode exibir efeito de olho-de-gato em cabuchão. O Sri Lanka é uma fonte importante. Apesar da sua dureza, a clivagem perfeita torna-a difícil de lapidar.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Fibrolite?
A fibrolite é a variedade fibrosa da sillimanite, um polimórfico do andalusite e da cianite. Ocorre em agregados fibrosos de cor branca a acinzentada, frequentemente em gneisses e xistos metamórficos de alto grau. A sillimanite transparente é usada em joalharia, e a variedade fibrolite pode exibir e
What is the hardness of Fibrolite?
Fibrolite has a Mohs hardness of 6.0 to 7.0, making it moderate for use in jewelry.
What color is Fibrolite?
Fibrolite is primarily Various.
How much does Fibrolite cost?
Fibrolite falls into the Moderate ($50-500/ct) price range. Prices vary based on color, clarity, cut, and origin.
What is the crystal system of Fibrolite?
Fibrolite belongs to the Orthorhombic crystal system.

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