Pumpellyite Subgroup

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Physical & Optical Properties

Mohs Hardness 5.0 – 6.0
Specific Gravity 3.2 – 3.3
Refractive Index 1.674 – 1.764
Color various
Birefringence 0.014

Mohs Hardness

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

Value & Market

Price Tier Budget (< $50/ct)

Where to Buy Pumpellyite Subgroup

About Pumpellyite Subgroup

葡萄榴石(泵石组)是一组含钙铁铝镁的层状硅酸盐矿物,颜色通常呈深绿至蓝绿色,有时为棕色,半透明至不透明,常呈细粒放射状集合体。泵石组矿物是低级变质作用的重要标志矿物,主要形成于低温低压变质岩(如绿片岩)中,也见于热液矿脉和玄武岩气孔中。尽管部分泵石组矿物颜色鲜艳,但因硬度较低、晶体微小,宝石切割应用极少,主要作为变质相研究的矿物学标本,在地质学上具有重要的变质温压计意义。

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Pumpellyite Subgroup?
葡萄榴石(泵石组)是一组含钙铁铝镁的层状硅酸盐矿物,颜色通常呈深绿至蓝绿色,有时为棕色,半透明至不透明,常呈细粒放射状集合体。泵石组矿物是低级变质作用的重要标志矿物,主要形成于低温低压变质岩(如绿片岩)中,也见于热液矿脉和玄武岩气孔中。尽管部分泵石组矿物颜色鲜艳,但因硬度较低、晶体微小,宝石切割应用极少,主要作为变质相研究的矿物学标本,在地质学上具有重要的变质温压计意义。
What is the hardness of Pumpellyite Subgroup?
Pumpellyite Subgroup has a Mohs hardness of 5.0 to 6.0, making it moderate for use in jewelry.
What color is Pumpellyite Subgroup?
Pumpellyite Subgroup is primarily Various.
How much does Pumpellyite Subgroup cost?
Pumpellyite Subgroup falls into the Budget (< $50/ct) price range. Prices vary based on color, clarity, cut, and origin.
How do you care for Pumpellyite Subgroup?
Pumpellyite Subgroup is moderately durable and best suited for earrings, pendants, and brooches. Avoid ultrasonic cleaners and harsh chemicals.

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