Gaspéite

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Physical & Optical Properties

Mohs Hardness 4.5 – 5.0
Specific Gravity 3.21
Refractive Index 1.61 – 1.83
Crystal System Trigonal
Luster Vitreous
Cleavage Perfect
Fracture Uneven
Color various
Birefringence 0.22
Pleochroism Nil

Mohs Hardness

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

苹果石是一种含镍的碳酸盐矿物,以其独特的苹果绿至黄绿色著称,颜色鲜亮而清新。这种矿物首次发现于加拿大魁北克省的加斯佩半岛(因此得名),主要产于镍矿床的氧化带,与孔雀石等铜矿物共生。苹果石通常以块状形式产出,被切磨成弧面型宝石或用于雕刻,在澳大利亚土著珠宝艺术中也有重要应用。

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Gaspéite?
苹果石是一种含镍的碳酸盐矿物,以其独特的苹果绿至黄绿色著称,颜色鲜亮而清新。这种矿物首次发现于加拿大魁北克省的加斯佩半岛(因此得名),主要产于镍矿床的氧化带,与孔雀石等铜矿物共生。苹果石通常以块状形式产出,被切磨成弧面型宝石或用于雕刻,在澳大利亚土著珠宝艺术中也有重要应用。
What is the hardness of Gaspéite?
Gaspéite has a Mohs hardness of 4.5 to 5.0, making it relatively soft for use in jewelry.
What color is Gaspéite?
Gaspéite is primarily Various.
How much does Gaspéite cost?
Gaspéite falls into the Budget (< $50/ct) price range. Prices vary based on color, clarity, cut, and origin.
What is the crystal system of Gaspéite?
Gaspéite belongs to the Trigonal crystal system.

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