Dolomite

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Physical & Optical Properties

Mohs Hardness 3.5 – 4.0
Specific Gravity 2.8 – 2.95
Refractive Index 1.498 – 1.681
Crystal System Trigonal
Luster Vitreous,Pearly
Cleavage Perfect
Fracture Sub-Conchoidal
Color various
Birefringence 0.179
Pleochroism Nil

Mohs Hardness

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

Crystal System

a a a Trigonal (Rhombohedral) a = b = c, α = β = γ ≠ 90°

Value & Market

Price Tier Budget (< $50/ct)

About Dolomite

白云石是一种碳酸钙镁矿物,广泛存在于沉积岩中,既是重要的岩石造岩矿物,也偶尔产出宝石级标本。宝石级白云石通常呈无色、白色、粉红色或黄色,具有珍珠至玻璃光泽,晶体呈菱面体形态。尽管其硬度较低(3.5-4),不适合日常佩戴,但精美的晶体标本因形态优美而深受矿物收藏家喜爱。

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Dolomite?
白云石是一种碳酸钙镁矿物,广泛存在于沉积岩中,既是重要的岩石造岩矿物,也偶尔产出宝石级标本。宝石级白云石通常呈无色、白色、粉红色或黄色,具有珍珠至玻璃光泽,晶体呈菱面体形态。尽管其硬度较低(3.5-4),不适合日常佩戴,但精美的晶体标本因形态优美而深受矿物收藏家喜爱。
What is the hardness of Dolomite?
Dolomite has a Mohs hardness of 3.5 to 4.0, making it relatively soft for use in jewelry.
What color is Dolomite?
Dolomite is primarily Various.
How much does Dolomite cost?
Dolomite falls into the Budget (< $50/ct) price range. Prices vary based on color, clarity, cut, and origin.
What is the crystal system of Dolomite?
Dolomite belongs to the Trigonal crystal system.

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