Whitlockite

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Physical & Optical Properties

Mohs Hardness 5.0
Specific Gravity 3.12
Crystal System Hexagonal
Fracture Uneven,Sub-Conchoidal
Color various

Mohs Hardness

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

Crystal System

a a c Hexagonal a = b ≠ c, α = β = 90°, γ = 120°

Value & Market

Price Tier Budget (< $50/ct)

About Whitlockite

惠特洛克石是一种罕见的磷酸钙矿物,通常呈无色至淡黄色,以其在月球岩石和陨石中的存在而受到宝石学和行星科学界的关注。地球上宝石级标本极为罕见,主要供矿物收藏家研究,产自美国新英格兰的花岗伟晶岩及一些磷酸盐矿床,是矿物学专业收藏中的珍稀品种。

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Whitlockite?
惠特洛克石是一种罕见的磷酸钙矿物,通常呈无色至淡黄色,以其在月球岩石和陨石中的存在而受到宝石学和行星科学界的关注。地球上宝石级标本极为罕见,主要供矿物收藏家研究,产自美国新英格兰的花岗伟晶岩及一些磷酸盐矿床,是矿物学专业收藏中的珍稀品种。
What is the hardness of Whitlockite?
Whitlockite has a Mohs hardness of 5.0, making it moderate for use in jewelry.
What color is Whitlockite?
Whitlockite is primarily Various.
How much does Whitlockite cost?
Whitlockite falls into the Budget (< $50/ct) price range. Prices vary based on color, clarity, cut, and origin.
What is the crystal system of Whitlockite?
Whitlockite belongs to the Hexagonal crystal system.

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