Stibiotantalite

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Physical & Optical Properties

Mohs Hardness 5.5 – 6.0
Specific Gravity 7.2 – 7.9
Refractive Index 2.37 – 2.45
Crystal System Orthorhombic
Luster Adamantine,Resinous
Cleavage Distinct
Fracture Sub-Conchoidal
Color various
Birefringence 0.08

Mohs Hardness

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

Value & Market

Price Tier Budget (< $50/ct)

About Stibiotantalite

锑钽矿是一种罕见的含锑钽矿物,呈黄色至棕红色,以其高折射率著称,能产生钻石般的光泽。作为宝石极为罕见,主要供矿物收藏家珍藏,刻面宝石甚为稀少。产自澳大利亚西澳大利亚州、纳米比亚及加拿大的花岗伟晶岩中,因高密度和美丽的色彩备受稀有宝石爱好者青睐。

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Stibiotantalite?
锑钽矿是一种罕见的含锑钽矿物,呈黄色至棕红色,以其高折射率著称,能产生钻石般的光泽。作为宝石极为罕见,主要供矿物收藏家珍藏,刻面宝石甚为稀少。产自澳大利亚西澳大利亚州、纳米比亚及加拿大的花岗伟晶岩中,因高密度和美丽的色彩备受稀有宝石爱好者青睐。
What is the hardness of Stibiotantalite?
Stibiotantalite has a Mohs hardness of 5.5 to 6.0, making it moderate for use in jewelry.
What color is Stibiotantalite?
Stibiotantalite is primarily Various.
How much does Stibiotantalite cost?
Stibiotantalite falls into the Budget (< $50/ct) price range. Prices vary based on color, clarity, cut, and origin.
What is the crystal system of Stibiotantalite?
Stibiotantalite belongs to the Orthorhombic crystal system.

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