Phosgenite
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Physical & Optical Properties
Category
Collector Gems
Mohs Hardness
2.0 – 3.0
Specific Gravity
6.13
Refractive Index
2.117 – 2.145
Crystal System
Tetragonal
Cleavage
Perfect
Fracture
Conchoidal
Color
various
Birefringence
0.028
Pleochroism
Weak
Mohs Hardness
| Mohs | Reference mineral | Phosgenite |
|---|---|---|
| 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)
Where to Buy Phosgenite
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About Phosgenite
氯碳铅矿是一种含铅的氯碳酸盐矿物，以其鲜艳的黄白色至无色、高折射率和金刚石光泽著称，是铅矿床氧化带中的罕见次生矿物。氯碳铅矿的晶体通常为短棱柱状或板状，透明至半透明，光泽强烈，令人印象深刻。然而由于硬度极低（莫氏2-3）和高比重（含铅），宝石级切割极为困难，切磨后的标本几乎只存在于专业收藏家的展柜中。英国、意大利（撒丁岛）和南极洲彼得曼岛均有产出，属于矿物收藏中的高档罕见品种。
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Jewelry Use
Durability
1/10
Science FYI Family
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Phosgenite?
氯碳铅矿是一种含铅的氯碳酸盐矿物，以其鲜艳的黄白色至无色、高折射率和金刚石光泽著称，是铅矿床氧化带中的罕见次生矿物。氯碳铅矿的晶体通常为短棱柱状或板状，透明至半透明，光泽强烈，令人印象深刻。然而由于硬度极低（莫氏2-3）和高比重（含铅），宝石级切割极为困难，切磨后的标本几乎只存在于专业收藏家的展柜中。英国、意大利（撒丁岛）和南极洲彼得曼岛均有产出，属于矿物收藏中的高档罕见品种。
What is the hardness of Phosgenite?
Phosgenite has a Mohs hardness of 2.0 to 3.0, making it relatively soft for use in jewelry.
What color is Phosgenite?
Phosgenite is primarily Various.
How much does Phosgenite cost?
Phosgenite falls into the Budget (< $50/ct) price range. Prices vary based on color, clarity, cut, and origin.
What is the crystal system of Phosgenite?
Phosgenite belongs to the Tetragonal crystal system.