Sapphirine

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Physical & Optical Properties

Mohs Hardness 7.5
Specific Gravity 3.4 – 3.58
Refractive Index 1.701 – 1.724
Crystal System Monoclinic
Luster Vitreous
Cleavage None
Fracture Conchoidal
Color various
Birefringence 0.005
Dispersion 0.019

Mohs Hardness

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

Crystal System

β a b c Monoclinic a ≠ b ≠ c, α = γ = 90°, β ≠ 90°

Value & Market

Price Tier Moderate ($50-500/ct)

About Sapphirine

蓝晶石(蓝宝石菱铁矿)是一种罕见的镁铝硅酸盐矿物,呈现出宝石般鲜艳的蓝色至蓝绿色,其颜色源自铁和钛元素。由于晶体尺寸极小且完美切工标本极难获得,刻面宝石极为稀少,主要供矿物收藏家珍藏。主要产地包括格陵兰、马达加斯加和坦桑尼亚。

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Jewelry Use

Durability 8/10

Suitable for daily wear

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Sapphirine?
蓝晶石(蓝宝石菱铁矿)是一种罕见的镁铝硅酸盐矿物,呈现出宝石般鲜艳的蓝色至蓝绿色,其颜色源自铁和钛元素。由于晶体尺寸极小且完美切工标本极难获得,刻面宝石极为稀少,主要供矿物收藏家珍藏。主要产地包括格陵兰、马达加斯加和坦桑尼亚。
What is the hardness of Sapphirine?
Sapphirine has a Mohs hardness of 7.5, making it excellent for use in jewelry.
What color is Sapphirine?
Sapphirine is primarily Various.
How much does Sapphirine cost?
Sapphirine falls into the Moderate ($50-500/ct) price range. Prices vary based on color, clarity, cut, and origin.
What is the crystal system of Sapphirine?
Sapphirine belongs to the Monoclinic crystal system.

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