Rossmanite

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Physical & Optical Properties

Mohs Hardness 7.0
Specific Gravity 3.0
Refractive Index 1.624 – 1.645
Crystal System Trigonal
Luster Vitreous
Cleavage None
Color various
Birefringence 0.021

Mohs Hardness

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

罗斯曼石是电气石超族中以锂铝为主的罕见端员矿物,通常呈淡粉红色至无色,透明度好,玻璃光泽。罗斯曼石于1998年被正式命名为新矿物,以著名宝石学和矿物学家乔治·罗斯曼(George Rossman)的名字命名,以表彰其在矿物光谱学领域的重要贡献。罗斯曼石主要产于富铝富锂的花岗岩伟晶岩中,常与其他锂电气石(如碧玺、灰福石)共生。由于产量极少,宝石级切磨石极为罕见,主要作为矿物学研究标本和超稀有宝石供专业收藏家珍藏。

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Jewelry Use

Durability 7/10

Suitable for daily wear

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Rossmanite?
罗斯曼石是电气石超族中以锂铝为主的罕见端员矿物,通常呈淡粉红色至无色,透明度好,玻璃光泽。罗斯曼石于1998年被正式命名为新矿物,以著名宝石学和矿物学家乔治·罗斯曼(George Rossman)的名字命名,以表彰其在矿物光谱学领域的重要贡献。罗斯曼石主要产于富铝富锂的花岗岩伟晶岩中,常与其他锂电气石(如碧玺、灰福石)共生。由于产量极少,宝石级切磨石极为罕见,主要作为矿物学研究标本和超稀有宝石供专业收藏家珍藏。
What is the hardness of Rossmanite?
Rossmanite has a Mohs hardness of 7.0, making it excellent for use in jewelry.
What color is Rossmanite?
Rossmanite is primarily Various.
How much does Rossmanite cost?
Rossmanite falls into the Moderate ($50-500/ct) price range. Prices vary based on color, clarity, cut, and origin.
What is the crystal system of Rossmanite?
Rossmanite belongs to the Trigonal crystal system.

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