Rhodochrosite (Manganesespar)

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Physical & Optical Properties

Mohs Hardness 4.0
Specific Gravity 3.45 – 3.7
Refractive Index 1.578 – 1.82
Crystal System Trigonal
Luster Vitreous,Resinous
Cleavage Perfect
Fracture Uneven,Conchoidal
Color pink
Birefringence 0.208
Dispersion 0.015
Pleochroism Distinct: pinkish-red - colorless/light pink

Mohs Hardness

1 Talc 2 Gypsum 3 Calcite 4 Fluorite 5 Apatite 6 Orthoclase 7 Quartz 8 Topaz 9 Corundum 10 Diamond Rhodochrosite (Manganesespar)
Mohs hardness of Rhodochrosite (Manganesespar) shown against the ten reference minerals, from talc (1) to diamond (10).
Mohs Reference mineral Rhodochrosite (Manganesespar)
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 Budget (< $50/ct)

Where to Buy Rhodochrosite (Manganesespar)

About Rhodochrosite (Manganesespar)

红菱锰矿(锰方解石)是一种以玫瑰粉至深红色带状图案和偶见透明红色晶体著称的锰碳酸盐矿物,是宝石界中颜色最为浓郁的粉红色矿物之一。红菱锰矿中最珍贵的宝石级透明晶体(阿根廷卡皮利塔斯矿产)呈樱桃红至深红色,极少见;而其精美的玫瑰粉与白色螺旋状条纹块体(主要来自阿根廷圣路易斯省,以及科罗拉多州阿尔马矿和南非)被切磨成弧面石或工艺品,是宝石市场中的经典装饰石材。阿根廷特别将红菱锰矿奉为「国石」(罗萨石,Rosa del Inca)。摩氏硬度约3.5至4,折射率约1.597至1.817,解理完全,需轻柔佩戴。

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Rhodochrosite (Manganesespar)?
红菱锰矿(锰方解石)是一种以玫瑰粉至深红色带状图案和偶见透明红色晶体著称的锰碳酸盐矿物,是宝石界中颜色最为浓郁的粉红色矿物之一。红菱锰矿中最珍贵的宝石级透明晶体(阿根廷卡皮利塔斯矿产)呈樱桃红至深红色,极少见;而其精美的玫瑰粉与白色螺旋状条纹块体(主要来自阿根廷圣路易斯省,以及科罗拉多州阿尔马矿和南非)被切磨成弧面石或工艺品,是宝石市场中的经典装饰石材。阿根廷特别将红菱锰矿奉为「国石」(罗萨石,Rosa del Inca)。摩氏硬度约3.5至4,折射率约1.597至1.817,解理完全,需轻柔佩戴。
What is the hardness of Rhodochrosite (Manganesespar)?
Rhodochrosite (Manganesespar) has a Mohs hardness of 4.0, making it relatively soft for use in jewelry.
What color is Rhodochrosite (Manganesespar)?
Rhodochrosite (Manganesespar) is primarily Pink.
How much does Rhodochrosite (Manganesespar) cost?
Rhodochrosite (Manganesespar) falls into the Budget (< $50/ct) price range. Prices vary based on color, clarity, cut, and origin.
What is the crystal system of Rhodochrosite (Manganesespar)?
Rhodochrosite (Manganesespar) belongs to the Trigonal crystal system.

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