Elbaite

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Physical & Optical Properties

Mohs Hardness 7.0
Specific Gravity 2.9 – 3.1
Refractive Index 1.614 – 1.666
Crystal System Hexagonal
Luster Vitreous,Resinous
Cleavage Indistinct
Fracture Uneven,Conchoidal
Color various
Birefringence 0.014
Dispersion 0.017
Pleochroism Pink, pale green, pale to deep blue - colorless, yellow, olive-green, purplish

Mohs Hardness

1 Talc 2 Gypsum 3 Calcite 4 Fluorite 5 Apatite 6 Orthoclase 7 Quartz 8 Topaz 9 Corundum 10 Diamond Elbaite
Mohs hardness of Elbaite shown against the ten reference minerals, from talc (1) to diamond (10).
Mohs Reference mineral Elbaite
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 Moderate ($50-500/ct)

About Elbaite

锂电气石是电气石族中颜色最为丰富的成员,以其绚丽多彩的色彩变化而闻名于世。颜色涵盖粉红色(红碧玺)、绿色(绿碧玺)、蓝色(蓝碧玺)、无色及多色组合,其中最著名的是粉绿双色的'西瓜碧玺'。锂电气石主要产于巴西、阿富汗、尼日利亚和莫桑比克等地的伟晶岩中,是珠宝市场上最受欢迎的宝石品种之一。

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Jewelry Use

Durability 7/10

Suitable for daily wear

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Elbaite?
锂电气石是电气石族中颜色最为丰富的成员,以其绚丽多彩的色彩变化而闻名于世。颜色涵盖粉红色(红碧玺)、绿色(绿碧玺)、蓝色(蓝碧玺)、无色及多色组合,其中最著名的是粉绿双色的'西瓜碧玺'。锂电气石主要产于巴西、阿富汗、尼日利亚和莫桑比克等地的伟晶岩中,是珠宝市场上最受欢迎的宝石品种之一。
What is the hardness of Elbaite?
Elbaite has a Mohs hardness of 7.0, making it excellent for use in jewelry.
What color is Elbaite?
Elbaite is primarily Various.
How much does Elbaite cost?
Elbaite falls into the Moderate ($50-500/ct) price range. Prices vary based on color, clarity, cut, and origin.
What is the crystal system of Elbaite?
Elbaite belongs to the Hexagonal crystal system.

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