Tantalite

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Physical & Optical Properties

Mohs Hardness 6,0 – 6,5
Specific Gravity 5,18 – 8,2
Refractive Index 2,19 – 2,457
Crystal System Orthorhombic
Luster Submetallic
Cleavage Distinct
Fracture Sub-Conchoidal
Color various
Birefringence 0,083
Pleochroism Sometimes strong

Mohs Hardness

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

A tantalite é um mineral de minério primário de tântalo, formando cristais prismáticos negros a castanho-avermelhados ou castanho-negros com um lustre submetálico a resinoso. Ocorre em pegmatitos graníticos em todo o mundo, com importantes depósitos na Austrália, Brasil, Congo e Ruanda. Embora lapidada ocasionalmente para colecionadores, o seu principal valor é como minério de tântalo, metal essencial em condensadores eletrônicos e superligas.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Tantalite?
A tantalite é um mineral de minério primário de tântalo, formando cristais prismáticos negros a castanho-avermelhados ou castanho-negros com um lustre submetálico a resinoso. Ocorre em pegmatitos graníticos em todo o mundo, com importantes depósitos na Austrália, Brasil, Congo e Ruanda. Embora lapid
What is the hardness of Tantalite?
Tantalite has a Mohs hardness of 6.0 to 6.5, making it moderate for use in jewelry.
What color is Tantalite?
Tantalite is primarily Various.
How much does Tantalite cost?
Tantalite falls into the Moderate ($50-500/ct) price range. Prices vary based on color, clarity, cut, and origin.
What is the crystal system of Tantalite?
Tantalite belongs to the Orthorhombic crystal system.

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