Hardystonite

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Physical & Optical Properties

Mohs Hardness 3.0 – 4.0
Specific Gravity 3.396 – 3.443
Crystal System Tetragonal
Cleavage Good,Poor
Color various

Mohs Hardness

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

Crystal System

a b c Tetragonal a = b ≠ c, α = β = γ = 90°

Value & Market

Price Tier Budget (< $50/ct)

About Hardystonite

硬斯顿石是一种罕见的钙锌硅酸盐矿物,在短波紫外线照射下会发出明亮的蓝紫色荧光,这一特性使其在荧光矿物收藏界颇受欢迎。硬斯顿石通常呈白色至浅灰色,以美国新泽西州的富兰克林矿区产量最为著名,与异极矿、方解石等荧光矿物共生,构成了该矿区独特的多彩荧光矿物组合。

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Hardystonite?
硬斯顿石是一种罕见的钙锌硅酸盐矿物,在短波紫外线照射下会发出明亮的蓝紫色荧光,这一特性使其在荧光矿物收藏界颇受欢迎。硬斯顿石通常呈白色至浅灰色,以美国新泽西州的富兰克林矿区产量最为著名,与异极矿、方解石等荧光矿物共生,构成了该矿区独特的多彩荧光矿物组合。
What is the hardness of Hardystonite?
Hardystonite has a Mohs hardness of 3.0 to 4.0, making it relatively soft for use in jewelry.
What color is Hardystonite?
Hardystonite is primarily Various.
How much does Hardystonite cost?
Hardystonite falls into the Budget (< $50/ct) price range. Prices vary based on color, clarity, cut, and origin.
What is the crystal system of Hardystonite?
Hardystonite belongs to the Tetragonal crystal system.

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