Sardonyx

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Physical & Optical Properties

Mohs Hardness 6.5 – 7.0
Specific Gravity 2.55 – 2.7
Refractive Index 1.53 – 1.543
Crystal System Trigonal
Luster Waxy
Color black
Birefringence 0.008

Mohs Hardness

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

红纹石(缟玛瑙)是一种带状玉髓,由交替的肉红玉髓(红棕色)和缟玛瑙(白色或黑色)层叠而成,自古以来便是浮雕和印章的首选材料。这种鲜明的色带使其成为浮雕和印章的理想材料,古罗马将领会将战神玛尔斯的形象雕刻于其上以祈求庇佑。印度、巴西和乌拉圭是主要产地。

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Sardonyx?
红纹石(缟玛瑙)是一种带状玉髓,由交替的肉红玉髓(红棕色)和缟玛瑙(白色或黑色)层叠而成,自古以来便是浮雕和印章的首选材料。这种鲜明的色带使其成为浮雕和印章的理想材料,古罗马将领会将战神玛尔斯的形象雕刻于其上以祈求庇佑。印度、巴西和乌拉圭是主要产地。
What is the hardness of Sardonyx?
Sardonyx has a Mohs hardness of 6.5 to 7.0, making it moderate for use in jewelry.
What color is Sardonyx?
Sardonyx is primarily Black.
How much does Sardonyx cost?
Sardonyx falls into the Moderate ($50-500/ct) price range. Prices vary based on color, clarity, cut, and origin.
What is the crystal system of Sardonyx?
Sardonyx belongs to the Trigonal crystal system.

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