Hurlbutite

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Physical & Optical Properties

Mohs Hardness 6.0
Specific Gravity 2.9
Refractive Index 1.595 – 1.604
Crystal System Monoclinic
Luster Vitreous,Greasy
Fracture Conchoidal
Color various
Birefringence 0.009

Mohs Hardness

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

About Hurlbutite

赫尔伯特石是一种极为罕见的含铍钙磷酸盐矿物,通常呈无色至白色,晶体呈棱柱状,具有玻璃光泽。该矿物最初发现于美国,以美国矿物学家科尼利厄斯·赫尔伯特的名字命名。由于产量极为稀少,赫尔伯特石主要作为矿物学研究对象,在宝石市场上几乎没有流通,是专业矿物收藏家珍藏的极品稀有矿物之一。

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Hurlbutite?
赫尔伯特石是一种极为罕见的含铍钙磷酸盐矿物,通常呈无色至白色,晶体呈棱柱状,具有玻璃光泽。该矿物最初发现于美国,以美国矿物学家科尼利厄斯·赫尔伯特的名字命名。由于产量极为稀少,赫尔伯特石主要作为矿物学研究对象,在宝石市场上几乎没有流通,是专业矿物收藏家珍藏的极品稀有矿物之一。
What is the hardness of Hurlbutite?
Hurlbutite has a Mohs hardness of 6.0, making it moderate for use in jewelry.
What color is Hurlbutite?
Hurlbutite is primarily Various.
How much does Hurlbutite cost?
Hurlbutite falls into the Moderate ($50-500/ct) price range. Prices vary based on color, clarity, cut, and origin.
What is the crystal system of Hurlbutite?
Hurlbutite belongs to the Monoclinic crystal system.

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