Wavellite

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Physical & Optical Properties

Mohs Hardness 3.5 – 4.0
Specific Gravity 2.36
Refractive Index 1.518 – 1.561
Crystal System Orthorhombic
Luster Vitreous
Cleavage Perfect
Fracture Uneven
Color various
Birefringence 0.025
Pleochroism Nil

Mohs Hardness

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

球磷铝石是一种含水铝磷酸盐矿物,以其独特的放射状球形集合体著称,横截面呈现如轮辐状的放射图案,极具观赏价值。颜色从绿色、黄绿色至白色不等,通常以块状或集合体形式用于装饰和收藏,而非刻面宝石。产自美国(阿肯色州)、英国和玻利维亚,是矿物展览中极受欢迎的观赏矿物。

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Wavellite?
球磷铝石是一种含水铝磷酸盐矿物,以其独特的放射状球形集合体著称,横截面呈现如轮辐状的放射图案,极具观赏价值。颜色从绿色、黄绿色至白色不等,通常以块状或集合体形式用于装饰和收藏,而非刻面宝石。产自美国(阿肯色州)、英国和玻利维亚,是矿物展览中极受欢迎的观赏矿物。
What is the hardness of Wavellite?
Wavellite has a Mohs hardness of 3.5 to 4.0, making it relatively soft for use in jewelry.
What color is Wavellite?
Wavellite is primarily Various.
How much does Wavellite cost?
Wavellite falls into the Budget (< $50/ct) price range. Prices vary based on color, clarity, cut, and origin.
What is the crystal system of Wavellite?
Wavellite belongs to the Orthorhombic crystal system.

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