Norbergite

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Physical & Optical Properties

Mohs Hardness 6.0 – 6.5
Specific Gravity 3.177
Refractive Index 1.563 – 1.593
Crystal System Orthorhombic
Luster Vitreous,Resinous
Fracture Uneven,Sub-Conchoidal
Color various
Pleochroism Pale yellow - very pale yellow - colorless

Mohs Hardness

1 Talc 2 Gypsum 3 Calcite 4 Fluorite 5 Apatite 6 Orthoclase 7 Quartz 8 Topaz 9 Corundum 10 Diamond Norbergite
Mohs hardness of Norbergite shown against the ten reference minerals, from talc (1) to diamond (10).
Mohs Reference mineral Norbergite
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 Orthorhombic a ≠ b ≠ c, α = β = γ = 90°

Value & Market

Price Tier Moderate ($50-500/ct)

About Norbergite

诺伯格石是锌硼镁铝硅酸盐矿物(方柱石族),通常呈黄色至橙黄色,有时呈无色或白色,具有玻璃光泽,透明至半透明。诺伯格石产于含镁的接触变质岩(矽卡岩)中,与方柱石族其他矿物共生,以瑞典矿产小镇诺伯格(Norberg)命名。透明的诺伯格石晶体偶有被切磨为宝石,因其折射率适中、色彩淡雅而受到矿物专业收藏家的关注,但在大众宝石市场中知名度较低,商业产量极为有限。

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Norbergite?
诺伯格石是锌硼镁铝硅酸盐矿物(方柱石族),通常呈黄色至橙黄色,有时呈无色或白色,具有玻璃光泽,透明至半透明。诺伯格石产于含镁的接触变质岩(矽卡岩)中,与方柱石族其他矿物共生,以瑞典矿产小镇诺伯格(Norberg)命名。透明的诺伯格石晶体偶有被切磨为宝石,因其折射率适中、色彩淡雅而受到矿物专业收藏家的关注,但在大众宝石市场中知名度较低,商业产量极为有限。
What is the hardness of Norbergite?
Norbergite has a Mohs hardness of 6.0 to 6.5, making it moderate for use in jewelry.
What color is Norbergite?
Norbergite is primarily Various.
How much does Norbergite cost?
Norbergite falls into the Moderate ($50-500/ct) price range. Prices vary based on color, clarity, cut, and origin.
What is the crystal system of Norbergite?
Norbergite belongs to the Orthorhombic crystal system.

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