Witherite

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Physical & Optical Properties

Mohs Hardness 3,0 – 3,5
Specific Gravity 4,27 – 4,35
Refractive Index 1,529 – 1,68
Crystal System Orthorhombic
Luster Vitreous,Waxy
Cleavage Distinct
Fracture Uneven
Color various
Birefringence 0,148
Pleochroism Nil

Mohs Hardness

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

About Witherite

A witherite é um mineral de carbonato de bário que forma cristais dipiramidais brancos a incolores ou cinzento pálido com um lustre resinoso a vítreo. Embora rara como gema, cristais transparentes incolores são por vezes lapidados para colecionadores. É a principal fonte de bário para a indústria química e foi descoberta no século XVIII em Inglaterra, pelo mineralogista William Withering, de quem recebeu o nome.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Witherite?
A witherite é um mineral de carbonato de bário que forma cristais dipiramidais brancos a incolores ou cinzento pálido com um lustre resinoso a vítreo. Embora rara como gema, cristais transparentes incolores são por vezes lapidados para colecionadores. É a principal fonte de bário para a indústria qu
What is the hardness of Witherite?
Witherite has a Mohs hardness of 3.0 to 3.5, making it relatively soft for use in jewelry.
What color is Witherite?
Witherite is primarily Various.
How much does Witherite cost?
Witherite falls into the Budget (< $50/ct) price range. Prices vary based on color, clarity, cut, and origin.
What is the crystal system of Witherite?
Witherite belongs to the Orthorhombic crystal system.

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