Triplite

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Physical & Optical Properties

Mohs Hardness 5.0 – 5.5
Specific Gravity 3.85 – 3.94
Refractive Index 1.643 – 1.703
Crystal System Monoclinic
Fracture Sub-Conchoidal
Color various
Birefringence 0.02
Pleochroism Distinct

Mohs Hardness

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

三斜矿是一种含铁锰磷酸盐矿物,呈棕色至暗棕红色,以其金属光泽至树脂光泽和强荧光性(在紫外线下)著称。宝石级标本极为罕见,主要供矿物收藏家珍藏,偶有刻面宝石在专业市场流通。产自巴西、葡萄牙和美国的花岗伟晶岩中,是磷酸盐矿物中颇受关注的稀有品种。

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Triplite?
三斜矿是一种含铁锰磷酸盐矿物,呈棕色至暗棕红色,以其金属光泽至树脂光泽和强荧光性(在紫外线下)著称。宝石级标本极为罕见,主要供矿物收藏家珍藏,偶有刻面宝石在专业市场流通。产自巴西、葡萄牙和美国的花岗伟晶岩中,是磷酸盐矿物中颇受关注的稀有品种。
What is the hardness of Triplite?
Triplite has a Mohs hardness of 5.0 to 5.5, making it moderate for use in jewelry.
What color is Triplite?
Triplite is primarily Various.
How much does Triplite cost?
Triplite falls into the Budget (< $50/ct) price range. Prices vary based on color, clarity, cut, and origin.
What is the crystal system of Triplite?
Triplite belongs to the Monoclinic crystal system.

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