Agalmatolite

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Physical & Optical Properties

Category Collector Gems
Mohs Hardness 1.0 – 1.5
Color various

Mohs Hardness

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

Value & Market

Price Tier Budget (< $50/ct)

Where to Buy Agalmatolite

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Treatments

Hardens considerably after heating. - Gemstones of the world, Walter Schumann, 2001, p 222 1 to 1.5Walter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) Whitish, greenish, yellowish.Walter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) Dense aggregatesWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) Agalmatolite information at mindat.org

About Agalmatolite

寿山石(冻石)是一种细腻的滑石质矿物,质地柔软,易于雕刻,数千年来深受东方工匠的喜爱。中国古代玉雕师尤爱用这种石材雕刻印章、佛像和各种装饰品。寿山石色彩丰富,有白、黄、绿、紫等多种颜色,以福建寿山出产的最为名贵。

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Agalmatolite?
寿山石(冻石)是一种细腻的滑石质矿物,质地柔软,易于雕刻,数千年来深受东方工匠的喜爱。中国古代玉雕师尤爱用这种石材雕刻印章、佛像和各种装饰品。寿山石色彩丰富,有白、黄、绿、紫等多种颜色,以福建寿山出产的最为名贵。
What is the hardness of Agalmatolite?
Agalmatolite has a Mohs hardness of 1.0 to 1.5, making it relatively soft for use in jewelry.
What color is Agalmatolite?
Agalmatolite is primarily Various.
How much does Agalmatolite cost?
Agalmatolite falls into the Budget (< $50/ct) price range. Prices vary based on color, clarity, cut, and origin.
How do you care for Agalmatolite?
Agalmatolite is relatively soft and should be handled with care. Store separately from harder gemstones to prevent scratching.