Moss Agate

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Physical & Optical Properties

Mohs Hardness 6.5 – 7.0
Specific Gravity 2.58 – 2.64
Refractive Index 1.53 – 1.54
Crystal System Trigonal
Cleavage None
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 Moss Agate
Mohs hardness of Moss Agate shown against the ten reference minerals, from talc (1) to diamond (10).
Mohs Reference mineral Moss Agate
1 Talc
2 Gypsum
3 Calcite
4 Fluorite
5 Apatite
6 Orthoclase
7 Quartz
8 Topaz
9 Corundum
10 Diamond

Crystal System

a a a Trigonal (Rhombohedral) a = b = c, α = β = γ ≠ 90°

Value & Market

Price Tier Moderate ($50-500/ct)

About Moss Agate

苔藓玛瑙(树枝玛瑙)是玉髓(SiO2)的特殊变种,内部含有绿色(铁或锰的氧化物/氢氧化物,主要为氧化锰或铁绿泥石)或黑色(锰氧化物)的树枝状、苔藓状包体,仿佛石中封存了一幅天然的微型苔藓景观或水墨山水画,是自然界最富美感的图案类宝石之一。苔藓玛瑙底色通常为半透明的白色至无色玉髓,内部苔藓图案轮廓清晰,细节丰富。主要产地包括印度(巴里尔,世界最重要产地)、美国(怀俄明州、华盛顿州)、巴西和乌拉圭。摩氏硬度6.5至7,化学稳定性好,价格亲民,用途广泛。

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Moss Agate?
苔藓玛瑙(树枝玛瑙)是玉髓(SiO2)的特殊变种,内部含有绿色(铁或锰的氧化物/氢氧化物,主要为氧化锰或铁绿泥石)或黑色(锰氧化物)的树枝状、苔藓状包体,仿佛石中封存了一幅天然的微型苔藓景观或水墨山水画,是自然界最富美感的图案类宝石之一。苔藓玛瑙底色通常为半透明的白色至无色玉髓,内部苔藓图案轮廓清晰,细节丰富。主要产地包括印度(巴里尔,世界最重要产地)、美国(怀俄明州、华盛顿州)、巴西和乌拉圭。摩氏硬度6.5至7,化学稳定性好,价格亲民,用途广泛。
What is the hardness of Moss Agate?
Moss Agate has a Mohs hardness of 6.5 to 7.0, making it moderate for use in jewelry.
What color is Moss Agate?
Moss Agate is primarily Various.
How much does Moss Agate cost?
Moss Agate falls into the Moderate ($50-500/ct) price range. Prices vary based on color, clarity, cut, and origin.
What is the crystal system of Moss Agate?
Moss Agate belongs to the Trigonal crystal system.

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