Boleite

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Physical & Optical Properties

Mohs Hardness 3.0 – 3.5
Specific Gravity 5.05
Refractive Index 2.05
Crystal System Isometric
Luster Vitreous,Pearly
Cleavage Perfect
Fracture Uneven
Color various
Birefringence 0.01
Dispersion 0.071

Mohs Hardness

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

Crystal System

Value & Market

Price Tier Budget (< $50/ct)

About Boleite

氯铅铜矿是一种极为稀有的铅铜卤化物矿物,以其深邃的普鲁士蓝至靛蓝色和完美的立方晶体形态而闻名。这种矿物仅产于极少数地点,以最初发现地墨西哥下加利福尼亚州的孔塞普西翁德尔矿区而著称。因其极为罕见,氯铅铜矿几乎专门作为顶级矿物标本被收藏,极少数晶体被切割成宝石。

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Boleite?
氯铅铜矿是一种极为稀有的铅铜卤化物矿物,以其深邃的普鲁士蓝至靛蓝色和完美的立方晶体形态而闻名。这种矿物仅产于极少数地点,以最初发现地墨西哥下加利福尼亚州的孔塞普西翁德尔矿区而著称。因其极为罕见,氯铅铜矿几乎专门作为顶级矿物标本被收藏,极少数晶体被切割成宝石。
What is the hardness of Boleite?
Boleite has a Mohs hardness of 3.0 to 3.5, making it relatively soft for use in jewelry.
What color is Boleite?
Boleite is primarily Various.
How much does Boleite cost?
Boleite falls into the Budget (< $50/ct) price range. Prices vary based on color, clarity, cut, and origin.
What is the crystal system of Boleite?
Boleite belongs to the Isometric crystal system.

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