Serandite

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Physical & Optical Properties

Mohs Hardness 5.0 – 5.5
Specific Gravity 3.52
Refractive Index 1.672 – 1.708
Crystal System Triclinic
Luster Vitreous,Silky,Greasy,Dull (Earthy)
Cleavage Perfect
Fracture Uneven
Color various
Birefringence 0.036

Mohs Hardness

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

Crystal System

a b c Triclinic a ≠ b ≠ c, α ≠ β ≠ γ ≠ 90°

Value & Market

Price Tier Budget (< $50/ct)

About Serandite

塞兰石是一种色泽鲜艳的玫瑰红色至橙粉色锰钠硅酸盐矿物,主要产自加拿大魁北克省的圣希莱尔山,此外格陵兰也有产出。其鲜艳的色调和玻璃光泽使其成为备受追捧的宝石收藏品,但晶体通常较小,大颗粒刻面宝石极为罕见。塞兰石深受矿物和宝石收藏家青睐。

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Serandite?
塞兰石是一种色泽鲜艳的玫瑰红色至橙粉色锰钠硅酸盐矿物,主要产自加拿大魁北克省的圣希莱尔山,此外格陵兰也有产出。其鲜艳的色调和玻璃光泽使其成为备受追捧的宝石收藏品,但晶体通常较小,大颗粒刻面宝石极为罕见。塞兰石深受矿物和宝石收藏家青睐。
What is the hardness of Serandite?
Serandite has a Mohs hardness of 5.0 to 5.5, making it moderate for use in jewelry.
What color is Serandite?
Serandite is primarily Various.
How much does Serandite cost?
Serandite falls into the Budget (< $50/ct) price range. Prices vary based on color, clarity, cut, and origin.
What is the crystal system of Serandite?
Serandite belongs to the Triclinic crystal system.

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