Scolecite

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Physical & Optical Properties

Mohs Hardness 5.0 – 5.5
Specific Gravity 2.2 – 2.23
Refractive Index 1.512 – 1.523
Crystal System Monoclinic
Luster Vitreous,Silky
Cleavage Perfect
Fracture Uneven
Color various
Birefringence 0.011

Mohs Hardness

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

About Scolecite

束沸石是一种水合钙铝硅酸盐沸石矿物,通常形成细长的无色至白色棱柱状晶体,有时形成放射状或扇形集合体。由于脆性较高,刻面宝石极为罕见,但其独特的晶体形态深受矿物收藏家喜爱。主要产地包括印度、冰岛和法罗群岛,常与其他沸石矿物共生。

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Scolecite?
束沸石是一种水合钙铝硅酸盐沸石矿物,通常形成细长的无色至白色棱柱状晶体,有时形成放射状或扇形集合体。由于脆性较高,刻面宝石极为罕见,但其独特的晶体形态深受矿物收藏家喜爱。主要产地包括印度、冰岛和法罗群岛,常与其他沸石矿物共生。
What is the hardness of Scolecite?
Scolecite has a Mohs hardness of 5.0 to 5.5, making it moderate for use in jewelry.
What color is Scolecite?
Scolecite is primarily Various.
How much does Scolecite cost?
Scolecite falls into the Budget (< $50/ct) price range. Prices vary based on color, clarity, cut, and origin.
What is the crystal system of Scolecite?
Scolecite belongs to the Monoclinic crystal system.

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