Jacobsite

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Physical & Optical Properties

Mohs Hardness 5.5 – 6.5
Specific Gravity 4.76 – 5.03
Crystal System Isometric
Color various

Mohs Hardness

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

锰铁矿(雅各布石)是尖晶石族中含锰铁的成员,通常呈黑色至深棕黑色,具有金属至半金属光泽,晶体呈八面体形态。锰铁矿主要产于变质锰矿床中,与黑锰矿、菱锰矿等矿物共生,在瑞典、印度、南非和美国等地均有发现。由于外观深暗不透明,宝石价值有限,主要作为锰矿石矿物和矿物学研究对象,在专业收藏领域有一定的关注度。

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Jacobsite?
锰铁矿(雅各布石)是尖晶石族中含锰铁的成员,通常呈黑色至深棕黑色,具有金属至半金属光泽,晶体呈八面体形态。锰铁矿主要产于变质锰矿床中,与黑锰矿、菱锰矿等矿物共生,在瑞典、印度、南非和美国等地均有发现。由于外观深暗不透明,宝石价值有限,主要作为锰矿石矿物和矿物学研究对象,在专业收藏领域有一定的关注度。
What is the hardness of Jacobsite?
Jacobsite has a Mohs hardness of 5.5 to 6.5, making it moderate for use in jewelry.
What color is Jacobsite?
Jacobsite is primarily Various.
How much does Jacobsite cost?
Jacobsite falls into the Budget (< $50/ct) price range. Prices vary based on color, clarity, cut, and origin.
What is the crystal system of Jacobsite?
Jacobsite belongs to the Isometric crystal system.

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