Hexagonite

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Physical & Optical Properties

Mohs Hardness 5.0 – 6.0
Specific Gravity 2.98 – 3.03
Refractive Index 1.599 – 1.637
Crystal System Monoclinic
Luster Vitreous
Cleavage Perfect
Color various
Birefringence 0.023

Mohs Hardness

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

Crystal System

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

Value & Market

Price Tier Budget (< $50/ct)

About Hexagonite

六方透闪石(六方角闪石)是透闪石的一种粉红至紫红色含锰变体,因其六方对称性而得名。颜色由少量锰元素取代钙而产生,呈现出淡粉至玫瑰紫的色调,晶体形态优雅。宝石级六方透闪石产量极为稀少,主要发现于美国纽约州圣劳伦斯县,是宝石收藏界的稀有品种,主要以矿物标本和小型刻面宝石形式流通。

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Hexagonite?
六方透闪石(六方角闪石)是透闪石的一种粉红至紫红色含锰变体,因其六方对称性而得名。颜色由少量锰元素取代钙而产生,呈现出淡粉至玫瑰紫的色调,晶体形态优雅。宝石级六方透闪石产量极为稀少,主要发现于美国纽约州圣劳伦斯县,是宝石收藏界的稀有品种,主要以矿物标本和小型刻面宝石形式流通。
What is the hardness of Hexagonite?
Hexagonite has a Mohs hardness of 5.0 to 6.0, making it moderate for use in jewelry.
What color is Hexagonite?
Hexagonite is primarily Various.
How much does Hexagonite cost?
Hexagonite falls into the Budget (< $50/ct) price range. Prices vary based on color, clarity, cut, and origin.
What is the crystal system of Hexagonite?
Hexagonite belongs to the Monoclinic crystal system.

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