Pezzottaite

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Physical & Optical Properties

Mohs Hardness 7.5 – 8.0
Specific Gravity 2.9 – 3.14
Refractive Index 1.598 – 1.62
Crystal System Trigonal
Luster Vitreous
Cleavage Imperfect
Fracture Conchoidal
Color various
Birefringence 0.007
Pleochroism Strong: pinkish-orange - purplish-pink

Mohs Hardness

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

佩佐塔石是一种含铯铍铝的锂铯铷铍硅酸盐矿物,与绿柱石族矿物密切相关,但并非真正的绿柱石,而是其铯-铷端员。佩佐塔石通常呈浓郁的覆盆子红至粉红色,透明度极好,是近年宝石市场上最令人瞩目的新品种之一。它于2003年首次发现于马达加斯加安邦托(Ambatovita)矿区,以意大利宝石学家费德里科·佩佐塔(Federico Pezzotta)命名。宝石级佩佐塔石极为稀少,切磨精良的刻面宝石颜色美丽、光泽出众,在专业收藏市场中价格不菲。

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Jewelry Use

Durability 8/10

Suitable for daily wear

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Pezzottaite?
佩佐塔石是一种含铯铍铝的锂铯铷铍硅酸盐矿物,与绿柱石族矿物密切相关,但并非真正的绿柱石,而是其铯-铷端员。佩佐塔石通常呈浓郁的覆盆子红至粉红色,透明度极好,是近年宝石市场上最令人瞩目的新品种之一。它于2003年首次发现于马达加斯加安邦托(Ambatovita)矿区,以意大利宝石学家费德里科·佩佐塔(Federico Pezzotta)命名。宝石级佩佐塔石极为稀少,切磨精良的刻面宝石颜色美丽、光泽出众,在专业收藏市场中价格不菲。
What is the hardness of Pezzottaite?
Pezzottaite has a Mohs hardness of 7.5 to 8.0, making it excellent for use in jewelry.
What color is Pezzottaite?
Pezzottaite is primarily Various.
How much does Pezzottaite cost?
Pezzottaite falls into the Moderate ($50-500/ct) price range. Prices vary based on color, clarity, cut, and origin.
What is the crystal system of Pezzottaite?
Pezzottaite belongs to the Trigonal crystal system.

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