Stichtite

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Physical & Optical Properties

Category Collector Gems
Mohs Hardness 1.5 – 2.0
Specific Gravity 2.11 – 2.2
Refractive Index 1.516 – 1.544
Crystal System Trigonal
Luster Pearly,Greasy
Cleavage Perfect
Fracture Uneven
Color various
Birefringence 0.024
Pleochroism Distinct

Mohs Hardness

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

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About Stichtite

铬水镁石是一种铬镁碳酸盐矿物,呈现鲜艳的紫色至粉紫色,常与蛇纹石共生,其混合体被称为"风信子岩"(Atlantisite)。因其独特的紫色和较软的质地(摩氏硬度1.5-2),常被切割成素面宝石和雕刻品,产自澳大利亚塔斯马尼亚州(以其命名的Stichtite矿区)和南非,是收藏级宝石中颇具特色的品种。

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Stichtite?
铬水镁石是一种铬镁碳酸盐矿物,呈现鲜艳的紫色至粉紫色,常与蛇纹石共生,其混合体被称为"风信子岩"(Atlantisite)。因其独特的紫色和较软的质地(摩氏硬度1.5-2),常被切割成素面宝石和雕刻品,产自澳大利亚塔斯马尼亚州(以其命名的Stichtite矿区)和南非,是收藏级宝石中颇具特色的品种。
What is the hardness of Stichtite?
Stichtite has a Mohs hardness of 1.5 to 2.0, making it relatively soft for use in jewelry.
What color is Stichtite?
Stichtite is primarily Various.
How much does Stichtite cost?
Stichtite falls into the Budget (< $50/ct) price range. Prices vary based on color, clarity, cut, and origin.
What is the crystal system of Stichtite?
Stichtite belongs to the Trigonal crystal system.