Quartz

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Physical & Optical Properties

Mohs Hardness 7,0
Specific Gravity 2,65
Refractive Index 1,544 – 1,553
Crystal System Trigonal
Luster Vitreous
Cleavage None
Fracture Conchoidal
Color various
Birefringence 0,009
Dispersion 0,013
Pleochroism Weakly dichroic

Mohs Hardness

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

About Quartz

Quartzo é o segundo mineral mais abundante da crosta terrestre e engloba uma família extraordinária de variedades gemológicas. Das suas formas cristalinas transparentes, temos o cristal de rocha incolor, o ametista violeta, o citrino amarelo, a fumoso, a rodonite e muitas outras. As formas microcristalinas e criptocristalinas incluem calcedónia, ágata, cornalina, jaspe e crisóprase. Com dureza 7 na escala Mohs e ocorrência universal, o quartzo tem sido usado em joalharia e ferramentas desde a Pré-história. A sua abundância torna-o acessível mas a beleza das variedades coradas iguala ou supera gemas mais raras.

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Jewelry Use

Durability 7/10

Suitable for daily wear

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Quartz?
Quartzo é o segundo mineral mais abundante da crosta terrestre e engloba uma família extraordinária de variedades gemológicas. Das suas formas cristalinas transparentes, temos o cristal de rocha incolor, o ametista violeta, o citrino amarelo, a fumoso, a rodonite e muitas outras. As formas microcris
What is the hardness of Quartz?
Quartz has a Mohs hardness of 7.0, making it excellent for use in jewelry.
What color is Quartz?
Quartz is primarily Various.
How much does Quartz cost?
Quartz falls into the Moderate ($50-500/ct) price range. Prices vary based on color, clarity, cut, and origin.
What is the crystal system of Quartz?
Quartz belongs to the Trigonal crystal system.

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