Anglesite

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Physical & Optical Properties

Mohs Hardness 3.0 – 3.5
Specific Gravity 6.3 – 6.39
Refractive Index 1.877 – 1.894
Crystal System Orthorhombic
Luster Adamantine,Vitreous,Resinous
Cleavage Distinct
Fracture Conchoidal
Color various
Birefringence 0.017
Dispersion 0.044
Pleochroism Nil

Mohs Hardness

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

硫酸铅矿是铅的硫酸盐矿物,通常形成于方铅矿的氧化带中,是铅矿床的次生矿物。这种矿物具有金刚光泽,折射率极高,切割后可展现出迷人的光泽,但因质地较软(莫氏硬度2.5-3)且密度大,主要作为矿物标本被收藏,很少用于珠宝。纳米比亚楚梅布矿是世界著名的产地,以出产巨大的完美晶体著称。

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Anglesite?
硫酸铅矿是铅的硫酸盐矿物,通常形成于方铅矿的氧化带中,是铅矿床的次生矿物。这种矿物具有金刚光泽,折射率极高,切割后可展现出迷人的光泽,但因质地较软(莫氏硬度2.5-3)且密度大,主要作为矿物标本被收藏,很少用于珠宝。纳米比亚楚梅布矿是世界著名的产地,以出产巨大的完美晶体著称。
What is the hardness of Anglesite?
Anglesite has a Mohs hardness of 3.0 to 3.5, making it relatively soft for use in jewelry.
What color is Anglesite?
Anglesite is primarily Various.
How much does Anglesite cost?
Anglesite falls into the Budget (< $50/ct) price range. Prices vary based on color, clarity, cut, and origin.
What is the crystal system of Anglesite?
Anglesite belongs to the Orthorhombic crystal system.

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