Starlite

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Physical & Optical Properties

Mohs Hardness 6.5 – 7.5
Specific Gravity 3.91 – 4.73
Refractive Index 1.79 – 2.015
Crystal System Tetragonal
Luster Adamantine
Cleavage Distinct
Fracture Conchoidal
Color various
Birefringence 0.005

Mohs Hardness

1 Talc 2 Gypsum 3 Calcite 4 Fluorite 5 Apatite 6 Orthoclase 7 Quartz 8 Topaz 9 Corundum 10 Diamond Starlite
Mohs hardness of Starlite shown against the ten reference minerals, from talc (1) to diamond (10).
Mohs Reference mineral Starlite
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 Tetragonal a = b ≠ c, α = β = γ = 90°

Value & Market

Price Tier Moderate ($50-500/ct)

About Starlite

星光石(加热蓝锆石)是一种通过热处理将棕色锆石转变为明亮蓝色的宝石,这一工艺据传于20世纪初由法国宝石商乔治·孔扎特率先采用,"Starlite"之名也由其命名。这种处理使锆石呈现出令人印象深刻的亮蓝色和高色散,与海蓝宝石和蓝宝石形成竞争。如今几乎所有蓝色锆石宝石均为热处理品,产自柬埔寨、越南和坦桑尼亚。

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Starlite?
星光石(加热蓝锆石)是一种通过热处理将棕色锆石转变为明亮蓝色的宝石,这一工艺据传于20世纪初由法国宝石商乔治·孔扎特率先采用,"Starlite"之名也由其命名。这种处理使锆石呈现出令人印象深刻的亮蓝色和高色散,与海蓝宝石和蓝宝石形成竞争。如今几乎所有蓝色锆石宝石均为热处理品,产自柬埔寨、越南和坦桑尼亚。
What is the hardness of Starlite?
Starlite has a Mohs hardness of 6.5 to 7.5, making it moderate for use in jewelry.
What color is Starlite?
Starlite is primarily Various.
How much does Starlite cost?
Starlite falls into the Moderate ($50-500/ct) price range. Prices vary based on color, clarity, cut, and origin.
What is the crystal system of Starlite?
Starlite belongs to the Tetragonal crystal system.

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