Povondraite

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Physical & Optical Properties

Mohs Hardness 7.0
Specific Gravity 3.26
Crystal System Hexagonal
Fracture Uneven,Conchoidal
Color various
Pleochroism Strong: yellow-brown, dark brown, brown-black -- dark red-brown, light brown

Mohs Hardness

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

Crystal System

a a c Hexagonal a = b ≠ c, α = β = 90°, γ = 120°

Value & Market

Price Tier Moderate ($50-500/ct)

About Povondraite

波翁德拉石是电气石超族中以铁为主的钠铁铝电气石端员,通常呈黑色至近黑色,含有极高量的三价铁,不透明至半透明,金属至树脂光泽。波翁德拉石产于超基性变质岩(如硼镁石岩)和热液矿脉中,以捷克矿物学家彼得·波翁德拉(Petr Povondra)命名。由于其深暗的颜色和较低的透明度,宝石应用几乎没有商业意义,主要作为矿物学研究标本,是研究电气石族端员矿物化学和晶体结构的重要对象。

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Jewelry Use

Durability 7/10

Suitable for daily wear

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Povondraite?
波翁德拉石是电气石超族中以铁为主的钠铁铝电气石端员,通常呈黑色至近黑色,含有极高量的三价铁,不透明至半透明,金属至树脂光泽。波翁德拉石产于超基性变质岩(如硼镁石岩)和热液矿脉中,以捷克矿物学家彼得·波翁德拉(Petr Povondra)命名。由于其深暗的颜色和较低的透明度,宝石应用几乎没有商业意义,主要作为矿物学研究标本,是研究电气石族端员矿物化学和晶体结构的重要对象。
What is the hardness of Povondraite?
Povondraite has a Mohs hardness of 7.0, making it excellent for use in jewelry.
What color is Povondraite?
Povondraite is primarily Various.
How much does Povondraite cost?
Povondraite falls into the Moderate ($50-500/ct) price range. Prices vary based on color, clarity, cut, and origin.
What is the crystal system of Povondraite?
Povondraite belongs to the Hexagonal crystal system.

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