Girasol

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Physical & Optical Properties

Mohs Hardness 5.5 – 6.5
Specific Gravity 1.98 – 2.5
Refractive Index 1.37 – 1.52
Crystal System Amorphous
Cleavage None
Fracture Conchoidal,Splintery
Color various
Pleochroism Absent

Mohs Hardness

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

About Girasol

吉拉索尔是一种呈乳白色至浅蓝色的半透明蛋白石变体,具有独特的蓝色漂浮光效('蓝色晕光'),在光线下能看到内部柔和而神秘的蓝色光晕,如阳光在水面浮动般迷人。这种光学效应源于极细小的包裹体对光的散射。吉拉索尔主要产于巴西,也见于澳大利亚和墨西哥,常被切磨成弧面型宝石,是蛋白石家族中的珍贵品种。

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Girasol?
吉拉索尔是一种呈乳白色至浅蓝色的半透明蛋白石变体,具有独特的蓝色漂浮光效('蓝色晕光'),在光线下能看到内部柔和而神秘的蓝色光晕,如阳光在水面浮动般迷人。这种光学效应源于极细小的包裹体对光的散射。吉拉索尔主要产于巴西,也见于澳大利亚和墨西哥,常被切磨成弧面型宝石,是蛋白石家族中的珍贵品种。
What is the hardness of Girasol?
Girasol has a Mohs hardness of 5.5 to 6.5, making it moderate for use in jewelry.
What color is Girasol?
Girasol is primarily Various.
How much does Girasol cost?
Girasol falls into the Budget (< $50/ct) price range. Prices vary based on color, clarity, cut, and origin.
What is the crystal system of Girasol?
Girasol belongs to the Amorphous crystal system.

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