Catapleiite

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Physical & Optical Properties

Mohs Hardness 5.0 – 6.0
Specific Gravity 2.72
Refractive Index 1.59 – 1.629
Crystal System Hexagonal
Luster Vitreous
Cleavage Perfect
Color various
Birefringence 0.039

Mohs Hardness

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

Crystal System

a a c Hexagonal a = b ≠ c, α = β = 90°, γ = 120°

Value & Market

Price Tier Budget (< $50/ct)

About Catapleiite

钠锆硅石是一种罕见的含钠锆硅酸盐矿物,通常形成黄色至黄棕色的六方板状晶体,具有玻璃至树脂光泽。这种矿物产于碱性岩石中,挪威、格陵兰、加拿大和俄罗斯是主要产地。因其稀少性,钠锆硅石主要作为矿物标本被收藏,宝石切割品极为罕见。

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Catapleiite?
钠锆硅石是一种罕见的含钠锆硅酸盐矿物,通常形成黄色至黄棕色的六方板状晶体,具有玻璃至树脂光泽。这种矿物产于碱性岩石中,挪威、格陵兰、加拿大和俄罗斯是主要产地。因其稀少性,钠锆硅石主要作为矿物标本被收藏,宝石切割品极为罕见。
What is the hardness of Catapleiite?
Catapleiite has a Mohs hardness of 5.0 to 6.0, making it moderate for use in jewelry.
What color is Catapleiite?
Catapleiite is primarily Various.
How much does Catapleiite cost?
Catapleiite falls into the Budget (< $50/ct) price range. Prices vary based on color, clarity, cut, and origin.
What is the crystal system of Catapleiite?
Catapleiite belongs to the Hexagonal crystal system.

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