Vesuvianite (Idocrase)

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Physical & Optical Properties

Mohs Hardness 6.5
Specific Gravity 3.25 – 3.5
Refractive Index 1.7 – 1.725
Crystal System Tetragonal
Luster Greasy
Cleavage Indistinct
Fracture Uneven,Splintery
Color various
Birefringence 0.002
Dispersion 0.019
Pleochroism Orange/brown vesuvianite - weak: light body color - dark body color; Green - weak: yellow-green - yellow-brown; Yellow - weak: colorless - yellow

Mohs Hardness

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

Where to Buy Vesuvianite (Idocrase)

About Vesuvianite (Idocrase)

符山石(矽线榴石)是一种复杂的钙铝镁铁硅酸盐矿物,颜色从绿色、黄绿色至棕色、蓝色(称为"赛普勒斯蓝")不等,以维苏威火山为命名原型。最受珍视的宝石级品种产自意大利、加拿大(魁北克省)和坦桑尼亚,具有良好的透明度和玻璃光泽,是宝石收藏家中颇受欢迎的多色宝石。

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Vesuvianite (Idocrase)?
符山石(矽线榴石)是一种复杂的钙铝镁铁硅酸盐矿物,颜色从绿色、黄绿色至棕色、蓝色(称为"赛普勒斯蓝")不等,以维苏威火山为命名原型。最受珍视的宝石级品种产自意大利、加拿大(魁北克省)和坦桑尼亚,具有良好的透明度和玻璃光泽,是宝石收藏家中颇受欢迎的多色宝石。
What is the hardness of Vesuvianite (Idocrase)?
Vesuvianite (Idocrase) has a Mohs hardness of 6.5, making it moderate for use in jewelry.
What color is Vesuvianite (Idocrase)?
Vesuvianite (Idocrase) is primarily Various.
How much does Vesuvianite (Idocrase) cost?
Vesuvianite (Idocrase) falls into the Moderate ($50-500/ct) price range. Prices vary based on color, clarity, cut, and origin.
What is the crystal system of Vesuvianite (Idocrase)?
Vesuvianite (Idocrase) belongs to the Tetragonal crystal system.

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