Prase

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Physical & Optical Properties

Mohs Hardness 7.0
Specific Gravity 2.64 – 2.69
Refractive Index 1.544 – 1.553
Crystal System Trigonal
Luster Vitreous
Cleavage None
Fracture Conchoidal
Color various
Birefringence 0.009

Mohs Hardness

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

绿髓(绿石英)是一种暗绿色的细粒石英变种,其绿色由内含的阳起石或钙铁辉石等绿色矿物针状包裹体所致,并非来自固溶的微量元素。绿髓与绿玉髓(由镍着色)不同,外观更深、更暗,带有轻微的灰绿色调。自古希腊罗马时代,绿髓便被用于制作印章、护身符和装饰品,在古代中东和地中海地区颇为流行。现代宝石市场上绿髓较为少见,主要以弧面形宝石和装饰性雕件的形式出现,德国、芬兰和南非是主要产地。

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Jewelry Use

Durability 7/10

Suitable for daily wear

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Prase?
绿髓(绿石英)是一种暗绿色的细粒石英变种,其绿色由内含的阳起石或钙铁辉石等绿色矿物针状包裹体所致,并非来自固溶的微量元素。绿髓与绿玉髓(由镍着色)不同,外观更深、更暗,带有轻微的灰绿色调。自古希腊罗马时代,绿髓便被用于制作印章、护身符和装饰品,在古代中东和地中海地区颇为流行。现代宝石市场上绿髓较为少见,主要以弧面形宝石和装饰性雕件的形式出现,德国、芬兰和南非是主要产地。
What is the hardness of Prase?
Prase has a Mohs hardness of 7.0, making it excellent for use in jewelry.
What color is Prase?
Prase is primarily Various.
How much does Prase cost?
Prase falls into the Moderate ($50-500/ct) price range. Prices vary based on color, clarity, cut, and origin.
What is the crystal system of Prase?
Prase belongs to the Trigonal crystal system.

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