Red Beryl (Bixbite)

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Physical & Optical Properties

Mohs Hardness 7.5 – 8.0
Specific Gravity 2.63 – 2.72
Refractive Index 1.56 – 1.576
Crystal System Hexagonal
Color various
Birefringence 0.005

Mohs Hardness

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

红绿柱石(比希比石)是世界上最稀有的宝石之一,以其令人窒息的覆盆子红至深红色著称,这种罕见颜色由锰元素的微量替代产生。红绿柱石仅在美国犹他州沃夏奇山脉(Wah Wah Mountains)和托马斯山脉的极少数矿点中有所发现,地质成因与其他绿柱石截然不同,形成于流纹岩火山口的低压低温条件下。其稀有程度远超祖母绿和红宝石,每吨矿石中宝石级晶体的产量极低。市场上顶级红绿柱石每克拉价格可高达数千至数万美元,是专业宝石收藏家最梦寐以求的珍品之一。

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Jewelry Use

Durability 8/10

Suitable for daily wear

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Red Beryl (Bixbite)?
红绿柱石(比希比石)是世界上最稀有的宝石之一,以其令人窒息的覆盆子红至深红色著称,这种罕见颜色由锰元素的微量替代产生。红绿柱石仅在美国犹他州沃夏奇山脉(Wah Wah Mountains)和托马斯山脉的极少数矿点中有所发现,地质成因与其他绿柱石截然不同,形成于流纹岩火山口的低压低温条件下。其稀有程度远超祖母绿和红宝石,每吨矿石中宝石级晶体的产量极低。市场上顶级红绿柱石每克拉价格可高达数千至数万美元,是专业宝石收藏家最梦寐以求的珍品之一。
What is the hardness of Red Beryl (Bixbite)?
Red Beryl (Bixbite) has a Mohs hardness of 7.5 to 8.0, making it excellent for use in jewelry.
What color is Red Beryl (Bixbite)?
Red Beryl (Bixbite) is primarily Various.
How much does Red Beryl (Bixbite) cost?
Red Beryl (Bixbite) falls into the Moderate ($50-500/ct) price range. Prices vary based on color, clarity, cut, and origin.
What is the crystal system of Red Beryl (Bixbite)?
Red Beryl (Bixbite) belongs to the Hexagonal crystal system.

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