Parisite

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Physical & Optical Properties

Mohs Hardness 4,5
Specific Gravity 4,33 – 4,42
Refractive Index 1,671 – 1,771
Crystal System Trigonal
Luster Vitreous
Cleavage Distinct
Color various
Birefringence 0,099

Mohs Hardness

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

Crystal System

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

Value & Market

Price Tier Budget (< $50/ct)

About Parisite

Parisite é um raro mineral de fluorocarbonato de cério-cálcio pertencente ao grupo bastnäsite. Forma cristais bipiramidais fusiformes de cor amarela a castanha-avermelhada com brilho resinoso. O nome homenageia J.J. Paris, coleccionador de minerais colombiano. Ocorre principalmente em pegmatitos e depósitos carbonatíticos ricos em elementos de terras raras. Os melhores cristais provêm de Muzo, na Colômbia, famosa pelas suas esmeraldas. Embora raramente talhado para joalharia, a parisite com boa transparência tem apelo para colecionadores de gemas raras de terras raras e entusiastas de mineralogia.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Parisite?
Parisite é um raro mineral de fluorocarbonato de cério-cálcio pertencente ao grupo bastnäsite. Forma cristais bipiramidais fusiformes de cor amarela a castanha-avermelhada com brilho resinoso. O nome homenageia J.J. Paris, coleccionador de minerais colombiano. Ocorre principalmente em pegmatitos e d
What is the hardness of Parisite?
Parisite has a Mohs hardness of 4.5, making it relatively soft for use in jewelry.
What color is Parisite?
Parisite is primarily Various.
How much does Parisite cost?
Parisite falls into the Budget (< $50/ct) price range. Prices vary based on color, clarity, cut, and origin.
What is the crystal system of Parisite?
Parisite belongs to the Trigonal crystal system.

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