Wulfenite

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Physical & Optical Properties

Mohs Hardness 3.0
Specific Gravity 6.5 – 7.0
Refractive Index 2.28 – 2.405
Crystal System Tetragonal
Luster Adamantine,Resinous
Color various
Birefringence 0.12

Mohs Hardness

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

About Wulfenite

钼铅矿是一种铅钼酸盐矿物,以其鲜艳的橙色至红橙色晶体著称,呈典型的扁平方形晶体,具有树脂至金刚光泽,色散高,能产生出色的火彩。作为宝石极为罕见,因硬度低(摩氏硬度2.75-3)和脆性较高,刻面宝石颇具挑战性,主要供收藏家珍藏。产自墨西哥(洛斯拉门托斯矿为经典产地)、美国、纳米比亚和澳大利亚。

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Wulfenite?
钼铅矿是一种铅钼酸盐矿物,以其鲜艳的橙色至红橙色晶体著称,呈典型的扁平方形晶体,具有树脂至金刚光泽,色散高,能产生出色的火彩。作为宝石极为罕见,因硬度低(摩氏硬度2.75-3)和脆性较高,刻面宝石颇具挑战性,主要供收藏家珍藏。产自墨西哥(洛斯拉门托斯矿为经典产地)、美国、纳米比亚和澳大利亚。
What is the hardness of Wulfenite?
Wulfenite has a Mohs hardness of 3.0, making it relatively soft for use in jewelry.
What color is Wulfenite?
Wulfenite is primarily Various.
How much does Wulfenite cost?
Wulfenite falls into the Budget (< $50/ct) price range. Prices vary based on color, clarity, cut, and origin.
What is the crystal system of Wulfenite?
Wulfenite belongs to the Tetragonal crystal system.

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