Hodgkinsonite

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Physical & Optical Properties

Mohs Hardness 4,5 – 5,0
Specific Gravity 4,06 – 4,08
Refractive Index 1,72 – 1,746
Crystal System Monoclinic
Luster Vitreous
Cleavage Perfect
Fracture Uneven
Color various
Birefringence 0,026
Pleochroism Lavender and pale purple for transparent pink stones.

Mohs Hardness

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

Crystal System

β a b c Monoclinic a ≠ b ≠ c, α = γ = 90°, β ≠ 90°

Value & Market

Price Tier Budget (< $50/ct)

About Hodgkinsonite

A hodgkinsonite é um silicato de manganês e zinco raro que ocorre em cristais prismáticos de cor rosa a vermelho-rosa. Encontrada principalmente em Franklin, New Jersey, EUA, no famoso complexo mineral de Franklin-Sterling Hill. Os cristais exibem um brilho adamantino a resinoso atraente. Embora seja demasiado rara para uso em joalharia comercial, é muito apreciada por colecionadores de minerais raros e pelos entusiastas dos minerais únicos de Franklin.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Hodgkinsonite?
A hodgkinsonite é um silicato de manganês e zinco raro que ocorre em cristais prismáticos de cor rosa a vermelho-rosa. Encontrada principalmente em Franklin, New Jersey, EUA, no famoso complexo mineral de Franklin-Sterling Hill. Os cristais exibem um brilho adamantino a resinoso atraente. Embora sej
What is the hardness of Hodgkinsonite?
Hodgkinsonite has a Mohs hardness of 4.5 to 5.0, making it relatively soft for use in jewelry.
What color is Hodgkinsonite?
Hodgkinsonite is primarily Various.
How much does Hodgkinsonite cost?
Hodgkinsonite falls into the Budget (< $50/ct) price range. Prices vary based on color, clarity, cut, and origin.
What is the crystal system of Hodgkinsonite?
Hodgkinsonite belongs to the Monoclinic crystal system.

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