Gahnospinel

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Physical & Optical Properties

Mohs Hardness 7.5 – 8.0
Specific Gravity 3.65 – 4.55
Refractive Index 1.735 – 1.79
Crystal System Isometric
Color various

Mohs Hardness

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

About Gahnospinel

锌铁尖晶石是尖晶石与锌尖晶石之间的中间过渡成分,兼具两者的矿物特征。颜色通常为深蓝色至蓝绿色,晶体呈八面体形态,具有良好的玻璃光泽。锌铁尖晶石较为罕见,在矿物学分类上处于两种端元矿物之间,主要作为矿物标本供学术研究,偶尔也因其颜色迷人而被切磨成收藏级刻面宝石。

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Jewelry Use

Durability 8/10

Suitable for daily wear

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Gahnospinel?
锌铁尖晶石是尖晶石与锌尖晶石之间的中间过渡成分,兼具两者的矿物特征。颜色通常为深蓝色至蓝绿色,晶体呈八面体形态,具有良好的玻璃光泽。锌铁尖晶石较为罕见,在矿物学分类上处于两种端元矿物之间,主要作为矿物标本供学术研究,偶尔也因其颜色迷人而被切磨成收藏级刻面宝石。
What is the hardness of Gahnospinel?
Gahnospinel has a Mohs hardness of 7.5 to 8.0, making it excellent for use in jewelry.
What color is Gahnospinel?
Gahnospinel is primarily Various.
How much does Gahnospinel cost?
Gahnospinel falls into the Moderate ($50-500/ct) price range. Prices vary based on color, clarity, cut, and origin.
What is the crystal system of Gahnospinel?
Gahnospinel belongs to the Isometric crystal system.

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